School of
Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences

Health Medical sciences

The School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences empowers students to create healthier futures through research, innovation, and care. Combining science, research, and community engagement, the School prepares graduates to prevent disease, enhance wellbeing, and address complex health challenges across diverse populations. 

Courses and study options

Learning extends beyond the classroom through hands-on experience in clinics, labs and research settings, shaping adaptable, compassionate professionals ready to make an impact. Whether improving lives or strengthening health systems, our graduates are equipped to lead meaningful change in health and medical sciences.

Health Medical Science

  • 5 stars

    UOW Health Services and Support received 5-star ratings for learning resources.
    Good Universities Guide 2026

  • 3rd in NSW

    UOW ranks 3rd in NSW for postgraduate health services and support.
    Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) 2026

Latest news and thought leadership

Health and Medicine

$15.4m investment to expand high-quality palliative care across Australia

UOW-led research collaboration PCOC-Plus aims to strengthen support for patients with life-ending illnesses and their families
Health and Medicine

Could increasing omega-3 intake boost recovery and long-term health in elite athletes?

First large-scale study of Australian professional athletes reveals that closing the nutritional gap could support heart health during competition and beyond

Health and Medicine, Science and Technology

Leukaemia survivor's brain cancer research wins UOW Three Minute Thesis Final

Winning presentation explores whether fasting could improve brain cancer treatment as researcher prepares to represent UOW internationally
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Stories from the School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences

Discover the UOW School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences experience through the stories of our students, alumni, and staff.

Health and Medicine

Sprouting solutions

The concept of edible campuses hasn't taken off in Australia, but a team of dedicated nutrition and dietetics experts is determined to see UOW forge a different path
Health and Medicine

Five men’s nutrition essentials that matter more than online trends

With so many unqualified content creators sharing exaggerated claims around muscle gain, leanness, and strict diet rules, it can be difficult to sort through the noise online.

Health and Medicine

The donations helping to train the next generation of healthcare professionals

For 20 years, selfless local donors have been facilitating vital anatomy lessons, allowing theory to become reality for medicine and health students through UOW’s Body Donation Program.

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