Wominjeka–welcome to the
Melbourne School of Public Health
(Formerly the Melbourne School of Population & Global Health)
The Melbourne School of Public Health at the University of Melbourne is one of Australia’s leading schools of public health education, research and practice, with a strong commitment to health equity.
Why study public health with us
Head of the Melbourne School of Public Health
Our diverse community of professionals work to improve health in Australia and worldwide through cutting-edge research, training future public health leaders, and advocating for equitable health outcomes, particularly for Indigenous communities and people in low-income settings
Our Departments and Research Areas
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Department of Health and Society
The Department of Health and Society conducts research and postgraduate teaching on the social determinants of health, exploring how social, cultural and structural factors shape health, wellbeing and health equity across populations.
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Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics advances population health through research, education and the development of innovative methods to understand disease patterns, analyse complex health data and address public health challenges.
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Department of Global Health
The Department for Global Health at the University of Melbourne's School of Public Health advances global health research, education and practice to strengthen health systems and improve health equity.
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Department of Health Systems, Policy and Economics
The Department of Health Systems, Policy and Economics conducts research and postgraduate teaching to strengthen health care systems, inform public policy and improve the value, equity and sustainability of health care.
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Onemda: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing
Onemda is an Indigenous group specialising in public health, leading research and teaching to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing.
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Melbourne Disability Institute
The Melbourne Disability Institute at the University of Melbourne drives collaborative disability research to inform public policy, improve practice and build a more inclusive society.