Hi,

I知 43 years old and married to an Australian citizen. At present we are living in Germany. We plan to move permanently to Australia during 2003. I have been working for 10 years now in the computer industry and would like to change direction in my professional career.

Before I started working in the computer industry I completed my studies at a university in Germany with a degree in biology in 1988. My major interests and activities during the studies focussed on zoology, especially morphology and animal behaviour of mammals.

Considering my interests and preferences, my knowledges as well as my educational background, I知 very much interested in pursuing the possibility of becoming a physiotherapist.

However, I do realise that the reality of such a decision depends on many factors and I need to collect as much information as possible before taking the actual step.

One important factor I must not forget to consider is of course my age. Assuming I would be accepted by my preferred university in Australia(UQ) and complete my studies successfully I would be 50 years of age by the time I finished the four year study program.

The reason why I've chosen to post this article here is because I would like to know what people working within the industry could recommend or report on (the age factor)from their experience. How likely is it for a person this age to enter the industry and find a job to start with? Could anyone share their own, or someone else's experiences on starting a business under these circumstances?

Your reply would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Martin

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