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 • 11 Jun 2025
World Ranking of Best Medicine Scientists features influential research leader
Renowned neurogastroenterologist Laureate Professor Nick Talley has achieved recognition for a second year running as Australia’s number one medicine researcher in a global ranking of influential medical scientists.
News • 05 May 2025
Physical activity leader awarded for improving community health and equity
Dr Alyce Barnes, Post-doctoral Researcher at the University of Newcastle, Hunter New England Population Health, and the National Centre of Implementation Science (NCOIS), has been recognised as the 2025 Lake Macquarie City Council Ambassador and Lake Mac Sports Leader of the Year.
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.
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