We prepare graduates for health careers in the real world through practical learning and courses backed by the latest research. Our seven schools form an interprofessional network of students, alumni, and academics.
School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
School of Optometry and Vision Science
Courses and study
Our flexible degree options allow you to pursue studies across the health disciplines. You will graduate ready for the real world through clinical placements, and interprofessional teaching delivered by academics and industry professionals using some of the best facilities and equipment in Australia.
PhDs and research degrees
Influence the future of healthcare through research study that pushes the boundaries of discovery under the supervision of respected disciplinary experts, and in partnership with QUT’s industry networks.
Professional development
We offer short courses, weekend seminars and tailored education programs for current health industry professionals and people wanting to further their health careers.
Teaching and innovation
Our students benefit from a number of unique and innovative teaching programs and environments designed to take learning to the next level.
From our on-site Health Clinics and Clinical Simulation Centre through to Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and training in virtual environments, you’ll learn from experts in new and exciting ways that will build your skills and experience and prepare you for the real world.
Our people
Our internationally renowned researchers and teaching staff include full-time academics, practicing health professionals, and industry experts.
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Multidisciplinary research
We have an exciting research portfolio that fosters collaborative and groundbreaking research across specialist areas. Our multidisciplinary and purpose-driven research addresses real-world health issues such as chronic diseases, road safety, mental health, individual and community wellbeing. We contribute to a number of collaborative research centres, including the renowned Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation.
Clinics and research facilities
QUT Health Clinics
QUT Health Clinics provide quality clinical education to the next generation of health care professionals and quality patient care to the community.
Research facilities
Our distributed sites have purpose-built facilities to conduct research that is relevant to industry and communities.
Don’t just study science here – experience it
Experience our science labs, facilities and student life, all from your own computer. Our 360° science experience gives you a taste of what it's like to learn, work and play at QUT.
News
No genetic signs that hearing loss causes Alzheimer’s disease
New QIMR Berghofer and QUT research has found there is no strong genetic evidence that hearing loss causes Alzheimer’s disease, despite both conditions sharing a significant number of genetic variants.
His Honour Judge Nathan Jarro is QUT Outstanding Alumnus of the Year
QUT’s 2020 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year is His Honour Judge Nathan Jarro, Queensland’s first Indigenous judge appointed to the District Court of Queensland in 2018.
Accreditation
Accrediting bodies from Australia and overseas endorse our wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, delivered by some of the most respected and influential practitioners, researchers and policy-shapers in Australia.
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