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 • 01 Jun 2026
Almost $3M to transform ageing and dementia care for First Nations Elders
Indigenous-led research initiative Deadly Dreaming has been awarded a major national grant, marking a powerful step forward in reshaping how ageing and dementia care is understood and delivered for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
News • 17 Apr 2026
Backing Research for Childhood Brain Cancer
A new PhD scholarship to honour the legacy of the late Robert (Bob) Edwards is backing research at the University of Newcastle to develop urgent treatments for childhood brain cancer.
News • 15 Apr 2026
From Ma & Morley Scholar to Changemaker
The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program’s aim is to inspire, educate and cultivate the next generation of globally aware and socially conscious Australian leaders. Recent graduate, Dr Tanika Ridgeway, is already changing the way we approach Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health in Australia.
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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.