Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
By fostering resilience, growing interprofessional skills, and mobilising collective action, our College is committed to delivering better, healthier living for our communities.
Enabling better, healthier living in our communities and beyond.
We are doctors, nurses and midwives. Pharmacists, occupational therapists, biomedical scientists, physiotherapists. Epidemiologists, nutritionists, radiographers. And so much more. We are leaders and listeners.
About our College
Our College strives to make a difference by preparing exemplary, career ready health care and health research professionals, and producing world-leading research that builds capacity for excellence in healthcare intervention.
Our Schools
School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy
School of Health Science
School of Medicine and Public Health
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Research stories
Buying time for stroke patients
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are pioneering a world‑first therapy that boosts the brain’s collateral blood flow, extending the treatment window for stroke patients and enabling more people to access life‑saving interventions.
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How 57,000 women are shaping health policy in Australia
Researchers from the University of Newcastle and the University of Queensland have created the largest and longest-running women’s health study in Australian history – and its findings are shaping policy and practice at the state, national and international levels.
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Tracking flu outbreaks to improve public health
The University of Newcastle’s FluTracking program uses weekly crowd‑sourced data to detect the onset and severity of influenza and other respiratory illnesses, helping health officials monitor outbreaks across Australia and internationally.
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Research Institutes & Centres
Tackling the issues that matter to our regions and our world.
Education
Taught in state-of-the-art learning environments and inspired by passionate lecturers, our students are prepared for the health and medical workforce of today — and tomorrow.
Department of Rural Health
We facilitate community engagement activities, tackle rural health challenges through research, and support undergraduate placements within our NSW footprint for domestic allied health, medicine and nursing students from Commonwealth-funded universities.
Newcastle Academy of Health Professional Development
We offer a diverse range of short courses designed by experts to help boost your professional growth in flexible learning environments.
International Engagement
Through international research partnerships and our focus on creating life-ready, globally minded graduates, we proudly engage with countries across the world.
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Career-ready placement
Our strong connections to government bodies, industry and the community enable us to transform lives, and broaden learning opportunities for our students.
Scholarship supports rural healthcare
Tarun, a fourth-year student studying a Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program), is determined to return to his hometown of Muswellbrook and serve his community as a doctor. Currently on placement at Tamworth Hospital, Tarun is working 10-hour days while balancing his studies.
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A legacy for leukaemia research
After losing her father to leukaemia, Ngaire Callaghan found a meaningful way to honour his memory.
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Community drives transformational change
Since 2021, the Mark Hughes Foundation (MHF) has transformed community generosity into one of Australia’s most significant brain cancer care and research efforts.
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Indigenous-led project to drive cultural safety reform across Australia's health system
A nationally significant initiative to reduce racism and discrimination in healthcare will be rolled out across primary care settings, bringing culturally safer care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients in GP clinics, telehealth services and specialist outreach clinics.
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Showing our support for the Koori Knockout
The University of Newcastle and the Wollotuka Institute were proud to be named community partners of the 2026 Koori Knockout, one of the largest annual gatherings celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, community and rugby league.
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Every hour counts: Global study links assessment delays to higher risk of burst appendix
A global study of appendicitis has found longer time to surgical assessment was associated with a progressively higher risk of perforation to the appendix, or a 'burst appendix'.
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Research to Region: Highlighting Women’s Health | Pregnancy, Postpartum & Beyond
Explore the latest University of Newcastle research in Women's Health: Pregnancy, Postpartum and Beyond. Hear from leading researchers sharing insights into maternal health, perinatal wellbeing and community impact. Free seminar. All ages welcome.
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Master of Laboratory Medicine Webinar
Join Dr Melissa Tadros to learn more about how studying the Master of Laboratory Medicine at the University of Newcastle can help you achieve your career goals. Logon to hear about the program and engage in Q&A. Content will cover admissions and program requirements, clinical placements, balancing study with work, and tips to help you succeed.
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Nursing & Midwifery Insights Evening - Tamworth
The University of Newcastle’s School of Nursing and Midwifery invites you to attend our Nursing & Midwifery Insights Evening to learn more about the Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery program. We encourage people interested in commencing study in Semester 1 2027 to attend this event.
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Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
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Nursing Insights Evening - Central Coast
The University of Newcastle’s School of Nursing and Midwifery invites you to attend our Nursing Insights Evening to learn more about the Bachelor of Nursing program. We encourage people interested in commencing study in Semester 1 2027 to attend this event.
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Nursing Insights Evening - Newcastle
The University of Newcastle’s School of Nursing and Midwifery invites you to attend our Nursing Insights Evening to learn more about the Bachelor of Nursing program. We encourage people interested in commencing study in Semester 1 2027 to attend this event.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.