Just finished my first week of paramedicine at uni! Found out the course I'm in has 300 students - double the amount from last year.

I did a lot of research before starting this degree and I'm aware of how competitive it is for jobs in Australia. I'm willing to move for a job but it is pretty wild to me knowing that it'll be even harder than I expected, especially if other unis have doubled their enrollment numbers.

I don't have a healthcare background but I was thinking of getting a job in disability support while I study. Volunteer hours are a requirement of the course. Aside from getting amazing grades and applying for every single job I can worldwide after I graduate, is there anything else I should be thinking of?

Considering even switching to part time uni and working as a patient transport officer to improve my chances.

Most of the 300 students are 18 and fresh out of high school but I'm spooked nonetheless.