What we offer
We provide high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research programs in medicine, dental science, physiotherapy, nursing, social work, behavioural science (psychology), population health, rural health and the life sciences. We educate more health professionals than any other Australian university and attract more national, peer-reviewed medical research funding than any other medical and health sciences faculty in the country.
Australia's premier biomedical research faculty
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences is Australia's premier biomedical research faculty. Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne was ranked no. 1 in Australia and no.17 in the world in the 2007 issue of the Times Higher Education Supplement. View the faculty's range of research areas.
A first-rate location
We offer one of Australia's best locations for study in medicine and the health sciences. The faculty is centred in Australia's most highly concentrated precinct of medical research institutes, hospitals, university departments and private sector knowledge-based industries. It is close to cosmopolitan Lygon Street and Melbourne's city centre and its local beaches. Find out more about the faculty's first-rate location.
Prestige and tradition
Our reputation is founded on our outstanding record in teaching and research. Our alumni include two Nobel Laureates, both graduates of the medical school. Macfarlane Burnet (MBBS 1922) received the Nobel Prize in 1960 and John Eccles (MBBS 1925) was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1963. Our history dates back to the establishment of the School of Medicine in 1862: the oldest and most prestigious medical school in Australia. Learn more about our history.
Study opportunities
Our strong research base and links with leading hospitals and research institutes provide a stimulating learning environment. Internationally renowned researchers and leading clinicians provide the latest knowledge in a range of health care and research settings. Our undergraduate and postgraduate programs benefit from this, offering students excellent study opportunities. Learn about the available courses.
Student resources and support
We provide our students with a range of resources and support, including English language and cross-cultural communication skills support for students from non-English speaking backgrounds. Read more about the faculty's student resources and support and opportunities for international students.