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Faculty of Medicine and Health

University of Sydney

Medicine and Health

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Faculty of Medicine and Health

Global leaders in medicine and health

Healthcare, both in Australia and overseas, is undergoing significant change. The Faculty of Medicine and Health is committed to leading this change, by educating and shaping future healthcare professionals and reimagining the way healthcare is delivered.

Study medicine and health

We offer the largest range of health courses of any Australian university, giving you a variety of ways to pursue your passion for health. Your journey in medicine and health starts here.

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Susan Wakil Health Building

We’re investing in the future of healthcare. Our new Susan Wakil Health Building features world-class multidisciplinary teaching and research labs, as well as a multi-level library and technology-rich study spaces.

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About the faculty

Through a multidisciplinary education and research environment, we are committed to continually optimising our programs – ensuring that our disciplines are best positioned to address the challenges of 21st century healthcare.

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Our research

We’re dedicated to understanding and solving the world’s biggest healthcare challenges. We challenge barriers to universal health and wellbeing, and we're at the forefront of advances in medicine and health.

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Schools

Whether you are looking to study, research or work within medicine and health, we offer access to world-leading academics, researchers, peer networks, institutes and clinical schools.

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Clinical schools

Our clinical schools are part of Sydney Medical School, offering placements, teaching and research opportunities to Faculty of Medicine and Health students.

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Industry and community

We are working with our diverse network of alumni, researchers and industry partners to strengthen health and healthcare in Australia and abroad.

Latest news

Should I be updating my COVID vaccination now?

COVID vaccination recommendations evolve over time. Who is due for which dose now?

Medical researchers awarded over $11 million in funding

Projects to improve chronic musculoskeletal conditions in children and adolescents, improving care in emergency departments and a novel model of care for low back pain are among those receiving federal funding.

Youth outline top health concerns on scientific stage

Young people feel like they are left behind to manage multiple health risks. If no action is taken, it could be a precursor to chronic health diseases, writes a group of high school students given access to voice their concerns on a stage usually reserved for academics.

Sensor bracelet designed to give back control to hand-impaired

Australian researchers are developing a 3D printed bracelet to allow people living with hand-impairment to easily use computers and play video games.

Reducing the risk of stroke and heart problems after surgery

Researchers from the University of Sydney and Westmead Hospital have been awarded $1.8 million to advance research into reducing the risk of stroke and heart complications in patients undergoing major surgery.

Rural background or rural training key to retention of country doctors

Medical graduates from a rural background or those who spend an extended time in a rural clinical placement are more likely to become country doctors, according to new research.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the country on which the University of Sydney campuses stand and our responsibility to respect and care for country, people and spirit.