Through our research, teaching, and community and industry partnerships, the School of Public Health and Social Work strives for a healthy, fair and inclusive society.

We focus on the prevention of disease and illness, the promotion of better health and well-being, the improvement of health systems and services and the provision of quality social support.

Our work is embedded in the principles of social and environmental justice and human rights.

Study

Learn from the best, develop your skills in real industry settings and build strong connections for your future career.

Our research and industry led undergraduate and postgraduate education programs are preparing students for careers in preventative health, health promotion, health systems improvement and quality social support.

Undergraduate study

Postgraduate study

Research

Our research focuses on the prevention of disease and illness, the promotion of better health and well-being, the improvement of health systems and services and the provision of quality social support.  Striving for improved healthcare outcomes, fair and equitable provision of healthcare services and inclusive practices.

Our research

Engage

Gain access to our expertise, find next-generation talent or join our thriving alumni community.

Find out more about our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program and explore opportunities to partner with us.

Engage with us

International study with us

The School of Public Health and Social Work offers both undergraduate and postgraduate study options for international students. Explore how our practical courses will connect you with industry and prepare you to become skilled and confident professionals.

Discover undergraduate courses

Discover postgraduate courses

Our staff

Dr Sarker Parvez
Position
Lecturer
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research fields
Environmental epidemiology
Public health
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Dr Jack Roberts
Position
Research Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
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Dr Pakhi Sharma
Position
Research Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
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Dr Sam Toloo Sheikhzadeh Yazd
Position
Lecturer
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research fields
Disaster and emergency management
Health services and systems
Sociology
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Dr Kate Young
Position
Research Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research field
Nursing
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Dr Eloise Hummell
Position
Research Associate
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
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Dr Aiden Price
Position
Senior Research Associate
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
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Dr Danielle Davidson
Position
Course Coordinator
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research field
Public health
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Dr Kristi Heesch
Position
Visiting Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research field
Public health
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Dr Nicolie Jenkins
Position
Course Coordinator
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research field
Public health
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Dr Victoria McCreanor
Position
Visiting Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
Research field
Public health
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Dr Alexia Rohde
Position
Visiting Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Public Health & Social Work
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