Why study Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences at Monash?

The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences at Monash University is one of Australia’s largest providers of education for doctors, nurses and allied health professionals. We offer a wide range of programs across all areas of health, and at all levels – from direct entry, right through to professional development for senior executives.

Our students are front and centre of everything we do. We work with leading healthcare providers to develop our educational programs, ensuring you gain the industry knowledge and skills to be part of the future health workforce. Our bench-to-bedside model ensures that from the first day you step into a classroom, you’ll learn from teachers who also work in clinical and research settings.

Eight reasons to study with us

  • Do what you love from day one

    All our undergraduate degrees are specialist courses, so you’ll focus on your chosen area of study from the start of your degree.

  • Benefit from our partners

    We partner with leading healthcare providers, including Alfred Health, Monash Health, Eastern Health and Peninsula Health. This gives you access to clinical placements in preparation for your health career.

  • Reputation for excellence

    Did you know we’re ranked in the top one per cent of universities in the world? Our research breakthroughs and our innovative teaching have cemented our reputation globally as a leader in medicine in health. See where we stand in our rankings.

  • Multidisciplinary health community

    You’ll study alongside students from all areas of health. This prepares you to work collaboratively across professions in your future career.

  • A global alumni network

    The benefits of studying at Monash continue long after you graduate. Access a network of over 69,000 Faculty alumni who are making a difference in health worldwide.

  • Make a difference

    At Monash, we don’t just accept the status quo. You’ll question the answers, take action and be part of changing the world around you.

  • Become a leader, doer game changer

    Whether you want to unlock your leadership potential or start thinking like an entrepreneur, you'll have access to extracurricular programs that take you outside the classroom and solving real-world problems.

  • Our peer mentoring program

    We ensure you get academic support when you need it. Many of our courses offer peer mentoring programs, so you can learn from other students who've been in your shoes - whether it be help preparing for your first placement, practising your clinical skills or revising for an assessment.

Make change today to create a better future tomorrow

Undergraduate study with Monash Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

A degree in health is more than a qualification, it’s the beginning of your impact. At Monash, you’ll gain hands-on experience from day one, explore your interests through flexible study options, and graduate career-ready with the practical skills the world needs.

Graduate study with Monash Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Our graduate degrees are designed for professionals ready to take the next step. Deepen your expertise while developing the leadership capabilities needed to shape the future of healthcare.

Take the next step

We’ve given you the why. Now it’s up to you.