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UNSW is ranked #20 university in the world

QS World University Rankings, 2024–2026

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Winner of the AFR Most Employable University Award seven years in a row

AFR Top100 Future Leaders & Graduate Employers Awards, 2020–2026

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SCOPR report, 2024

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Learn alongside global experts improving health outcomes across communities. Through hands-on education and research, you’ll build the knowledge and experience to make health care more accessible, equitable and effective, wherever your career takes you.

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Our strategy sets out our priorities that will guide us over the next 10 years. It reflects not only our collective ambition for the Faculty but also the enduring spirit of UNSW – a place where our education, research and global engagement come together to drive positive societal impact.

Research and impact

UNSW Medicine & Health is world renowned for its research and impact addressing issues of health disparities and improving lives through our key research themes of Cancer; Infectious Disease, Immunity & Inflammation; Neuroscience, Mental Health & Addiction; Cardiac, Vascular & Metabolic Medicine and Health Systems.

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Our culture

UNSW Medicine & Health is creating an inclusive culture where people work together to change lives. We’re committed to supporting the growth of everyone in our community: our students, staff, alumni, and partners. We strive to build an inclusive culture of lifelong learning and engagement through cultural safety.

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