School of Medicine and Public Health
Learn from the world’s brightest minds, make global connections and gain valuable experience.
Internationally recognised for innovation and excellence
Our researchers, students, and healthcare partners work together to prevent, treat, and cure many serious illnesses. They turn discoveries made in the lab into real treatments and prevention methods.
We also collaborate with the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI). This collaboration brings together research from the university and hospitals
Meet Sanya, Master of Public Health graduate 2:17
Meet Sanya, alumna of the Master of Public Health from India, who has expanded her skills in the healthcare field and developed a better vision for her career.
Enhancing community health
For those passionate about improving the health of communities, as well as expanding their global perspective, the Bachelor of Public and Community Health is the ideal degree.
Study areas
For over 40 years, our internationally recognised medical program has graduated doctors who re committed to patient care excellence.
Partners in excellence
Since 1978, our renowned medical program has trained doctors committed to high standards in all areas of patient care.
ACHIEVE
Our focus is on research and training for health professionals.
Conjoint appointments
We offer appointments in Conjoint, Clinical, Adjunct, Honorary and Visiting Academic
Research
Our impactful research tackles global health challenges. We turn enlightening discoveries into meaningful treatments, moving smoothly from lab research to patient care and into the community.
Latest news
News • 30 Apr 2025
Better treatment and prevention at the heart of new cardiovascular grants
Backed by NSW Health's Cardiovascular Senior and Early- to Mid-Career Researcher Grant, two University of Newcastle researchers are leading projects to deliver better health outcomes.
News • 31 Jan 2025
Three Tour de Cure Grants awarded
We’re delighted to announce that three researchers in the Mark Hughes Foundation Centre for Brain Cancer Research have been awarded funding in the 2024/2025 Tour de Cure grant round.
News • 12 Dec 2024
Dust yourself off and try again: you can do it and become a doctor
Failing doesn’t make you a failure, and it’s not a reason to give up on your dream. That’s what Shelby Edwards discovered while studying medicine at the University of Newcastle.
Upcoming events
Event • 7 May 2025 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm
JMP Info Session Webinar
Join us for an info session to hear from Joint Medical Program academics and current students about the program, admission requirements and much more.
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.