Faculty of Health and Medicine
Connect, enable and transform the health and wellbeing of our communities
At the Faculty of Health and Medicine, we prioritise integrated approaches with wellness-oriented solutions.
By fostering resilience, growing interprofessional skills and knowledge, and mobilising collective action, we will deliver better, healthier living for our communities.
Our staff have a passion and conviction to learn, succeed and assert an influence over global healthcare challenges.
Our students are prepared for the health and medical workforce of today — and tomorrow.
The quality of education and research we undertake is grounded in a harmonised agenda with our clinical, education, community and research partners.
We speak up for equity, diversity and inclusion and create pathways that enable capability, build confidence and foster belonging in education and health care provision.
Teaching Excellence
Within a rapidly changing research and tertiary education landscape, our Faculty is committed to producing exemplary health care practitioners and researchers who can provide innovative solutions that will deliver better, healthier living for our communities.
Study with us
Comprising four Schools and having established partnerships with some of the region's leading healthcare providers, students at our Faculty have the opportunity to learn from world leaders in cutting-edge facilities.
Teaching and learning
Our degrees are designed to challenge, support and inspire our students through evidence-based learning environments that blend academic and professional training.
Faculty research
Our researchers have access to industry-leading facilities and receive comprehensive support to enhance their capability to solve some of health and medicine’s most complex issues.
Find a Researcher
Search for a research supervisor or expert by researcher name, area of expertise or by research centre name.
Latest news
News • 7 Aug 2020
Materials scientist and founder shares his story of driving renewable energy uptake
Professor Erich Kisi shares his innovation journey as co-founder of renewable energy storage company MGA Thermal at I2N's Startup Stories
News • 22 Jul 2020
New pathway will boost access and equity for aspiring Medicine students
A ground-breaking opportunity was announced today by the University of Newcastle for students who have overcome major life challenges to study Medicine.
News • 20 Jul 2020
Tests show potential for medicinal cannabis to kill cancer cells
Laboratory tests conducted at the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute have shown that a modified form of medicinal cannabis can kill or inhibit cancer cells without impacting normal cells, revealing its potential as a treatment rather than simply a relief medication.
Upcoming events and conferences
Event • 25 Aug 2020 from 5:15pm - 28 Jul 2020 until 6:30pm
Better Healthier Living - Looking Ahead Lecture Series
Join Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin as she examines the impact bushfires, drought and COVID-19 have had on our mental health and how we build resilience as a community to withstand growing and continual challenge.
Event • 10 Aug 2020 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Idea Spark Workshop: Design Thinking
This Design Thinking Workshop will provide you with a framework to develop ideas for solutions that you can submit into the new Idea Spark Competition stage of the Grand Challenge.
Event • 12 Aug 2020 from 10:30am - 13 Aug 2020 until 12:00pm
Grant Accelerator Program: Engagement and Impact
Explore a range of ways to promote your research impact.
Our partners
Enduring engagement with government bodies, industry, health-service providers and our communities are key to improving health and wellness. These partnerships are grounded in integrity and reciprocity, resulting in meaningful, long-lasting change.
Faculty contacts
Faculty Services
- Elaine Terry
Associate Director Faculty Services
Enquiries
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Phone: +61 2 4921 5000