University of Melbourne

New Public Health & Epidemiology Major in Biomedicine

 New Public Health and Epidemiology Major in Biomedicine

The Bachelor of Biomedicine has introduced a new major in 2024 called ‘Public Health and Epidemiology’ which can be credited towards the Master of Public Health at the University of Melbourne.  

Students will contribute to a real-life health promotion campaign and work to benefit the health of university students. The public health major is highly relevant for students pursuing careers as health professionals, as it provides an understanding of the many factors that impact an individual's health. 

Students will also develop skills essential for health professional practice, such as communication, ethical health practice, and interpretation of data.  

To gain specialist training in Public Health students should study the Master of Public Health.