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106 Best Medicine & Health Sciences Programs in Australia

Across Australia, 17 universities offer 106 Medicine & Health Sciences programs, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales and Australian National University come first, because those universities rank highest.

74Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Midwifery

James Cook University of North Queensland — Course OverviewThe Bachelor of Midwifery at James Cook University of North Queensland provides students with a comprehensive understanding of midwifery practices and prin...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FebruaryIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
76Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Nursing Science [Pre-Registration]

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Nursing Science [Pre-Registration] at James Cook University of North Queensland is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in nursing. This co...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
February, SeptemberIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
78Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at James Cook University is designed to prepare students for a fulfilling career in the health sector, focusing on enabling...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
February, SeptemberIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
80Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) [Embedded]

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) at James Cook University is designed for students aspiring to become skilled pharmacists in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FebruaryIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
82Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University of North Queensland is an intensive, practical program designed to equip students with the essential skills and kno...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FebruaryIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
86Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Canberra logo
QS World #494 #28 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Vision Science

University of Canberra — The Bachelor of Vision Science at the University of Canberra offers an in-depth exploration of the scientific principles underpinning vision and eye health. The curriculu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3.0 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Optometry
95Program
US University of the Sunshine Coast logo
#39 in Australia Australia

Medical and Health Sciences

University of the Sunshine Coast — Medical and Health Sciences at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) includes undergraduate degrees such as Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Bachelor of Dietetics (...

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Medicine & Health Sciences

How these courses are ranked

13 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #19 (University of Melbourne) to #587 (Bond University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Melbourne has the largest research record in this group, with 31,503,308 citations and an h-index of 1,283. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 62 bachelor's, 22 diploma, 11 master's and 6 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Medicine & Health Sciences (93), Health Administration (4), Public Health (3) and Nursing (3). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (66% of courses with a stated intake). Western Sydney University offers the widest choice, with 32 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Medicine & Health Sciences in Australia?

University of Melbourne (QS World #19), University of New South Wales (QS World #19) and Australian National University (QS World #30) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Medicine & Health Sciences in Australia?

Of those with published fees, Monash University is the least expensive at about USD 30,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Medicine & Health Sciences course take in Australia?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Medicine & Health Sciences courses start in Australia?

Spring is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Medicine & Health Sciences courses in Australia?

Western Sydney University, with 32, ahead of James Cook University of North Queensland (18).

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