Faculty of Health

The Faculty of Health at the University of Canberra educates clinicians, professionals and researchers to be leaders in the ever changing sectors of health and sport.

With a focus on innovative education methods, the Faculty is continuously evolving with the environment and producing high quality, work ready graduates and leading health research.

Our range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs use innovative education methods to ensure that you graduate straight into an exciting and successful career in health or sport.


Recent news

  1. Faculty of Nursing delegation from Thai university visits UC to discuss ideas, opportunities for collaboration

    Nursing staff from Thailand’s Burapha University visited the University of Canberra and University of Canberra Hospital, among them was UC alumna Dr Sahattaya Rattanajarana, who graduated with a PhD in 2006.

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  2. UC Optometry Clinic doubles in size to offer specialty consultations for the Canberra community and enhance student learning

    The University of Canberra’s student-led Optometry Clinic has undergone an expansion to offer more consultations for the Canberra community and prepare the future allied health workforce.

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  3. 2023 Sarah Cope Award and Lecture: UC student dedicated to dementia care

    University of Canberra second-year nursing student Mary-Kate Adhikari received this year’s COPE Award which acknowledges an individual’s service to those in aged care.

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  4. UC and AFP to collaborate on specialised strength and conditioning research and education

    The new collaboration between the University of Canberra and the Australian Federal Police will include research in physical performance, and educational opportunities in strength and conditioning for students.

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