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Griffith Online
- Our online degrees are delivered 100% online, giving you control over where and when you study.
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We're aiming to create the best, work-ready health graduates in Australia
Our students and researchers learn within world-class facilities, preparing to work in disciplines across the range of health professions. You'll learn in the classroom, in laboratories and get to apply it all through clinical training in placements at a multitude of locations and healthcare workplaces.
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- Biomedical science and medical science (Gold Coast)
- Counselling
- Dentistry and oral health
- Environmental health
- Exercise science and sport
- Health services management
- Human services
- Infection prevention and control
- Medical diagnostics (Gold Coast)
- Medicine
- Mental health
- Midwifery
- Nursing
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Occupational therapy
- Paramedicine
- Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Public health and health promotion
- Rehabilitation counselling
- Social work
- Speech pathology
- Suicide research and prevention
Study health at Griffith
Discover how to build a healthier tomorrow.
This video features staff and students from Griffith Health, including: Professor Nick Buys, Dean—Learning and Teaching; Dr Michael Baker, Dentist and Director—Toowoomba Dental; Dr Jakub Bilski, Medical Doctor—Gold Coast University Hospital; Dr Michael Simmonds, Senior Lecturer—Griffith University, Menzies Health Institute Queensland; Dr Leanne Kenway, Lecturer—Griffith School of Medicine; Walaah Al Majiblay, biomedical science student; and Michaela Coop, nutrition and dietetics student.
Excellent clinical experience (and lots of it)
As a Griffith health student, you'll take the first steps along your career pathway through a blend of classroom learning and clinical placements in community health and hospital settings. In 2015, our health students combined completed more than 230,000 days of hands-on clinical training, complemented by sophisticated on-campus simulated learning and experiences in world-leading virtual reality teaching environments.
Play your part in the team
The future of health lies in teamwork. Today, health professionals need to work together to deliver life-changing outcomes. Interdisciplinary education is a priority at Griffith. More than 10,000 health students benefit from our flexible approach and learn about the skills, strengths and expertise that different clinical disciplines and professions bring to the healthcare environment.
Benefit from our research and resources
Our $150 million Griffith Health Centre operates in proximity to the new 750-bed Gold Coast University Hospital and a new 250-bed private hospital. It's a unique environment in which to gain unrivalled clinical experiences. Our leading-edge research in many areas of medical science informs our degrees, producing forward-thinking graduates ready to make their mark in a healthcare career.
Career opportunities
Our degrees span a wide range of health professions. Depending on your degree, you may find opportunities in hospitals, clinics, government and community organisations, and private practice.
Student story
Beth Hamilton
Griffith medicine graduate
2018 Rhodes Scholar
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Key dates
Monday 18 February — Friday 22 February
Trimester 1: Orientation
Get the right start and find out everything you need to know about starting at Griffith.
Monday 25 February — Saturday 8 June
Trimester 1: Teaching and exams
Includes study and exam period from Monday 27 May to Saturday 8 June.
Sunday 7 April — Monday 8 April
Adelaide Tertiary Studies and Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Adelaide Tertiary Studies and Careers Expo to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Thursday 2 May — Sunday 5 May
Melbourne VCE and Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Melbourne VCE and Careers Expo to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Monday 13 May — Thursday 16 May
Mature Student Open Evenings
If you’re considering further study, get the right advice and information you need at our January Mature Student Open Evenings. No matter whether you're returning to university after a few years off, starting study for the first time or looking for a postgraduate degree to further your career, we can help.
Thursday 23 May
Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Tuesday 11 June
Discover Griffith
Get a taste of university life at our Discover Griffith event. Designed for Year 12 students, their parents and families, this event helps answer questions about what to expect on your journey to university and deciding on the right study path.
Thursday 13 June
Discover Griffith
Get a taste of university life at our Discover Griffith event. Designed for Year 12 students, their parents and families, this event helps answer questions about what to expect on your journey to university and deciding on the right study path.
Monday 1 July — Friday 5 July
Trimester 2: Orientation
Get the right start and find out everything you need to know about starting at Griffith.
Monday 8 July — Friday 4 October
Trimester 2: Teaching and exams
Includes study and exam period from Tuesday 8 October to Saturday 19 October.
Monday 8 July — Friday 12 July
Q&A Sessions
Do you have questions about studying at Griffith? Book a personalised 30-minute Q&A session with one of our expert study advisers to get advice about your study options, available scholarships and support services.
Saturday 20 July — Sunday 21 July
Tertiary Studies Expo (TSXPO)
TSXPO is for anyone considering further study. Talk to our academic and professional staff about our degrees, flexible study options, admission pathways, how to apply, scholarships and support services. Entry is free.
Tuesday 23 July
Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Monday 5 August
Townsville Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Townsville Careers Expo to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Sunday 11 August
Open Day
On Open Day, you’ll find general information about all our degrees at each campus, as well as essential information about student support services, admissions, scholarships and postgraduate studies. It’s a great time to get to know our campuses, experience life at Griffith, explore your study options and find the information you need to make a decision about your future.
Monday 9 September — Tuesday 10 September
Mature Student Open Evenings
If you’re considering further study, get the right advice and information you need at our January Mature Student Open Evenings. No matter whether you're returning to university after a few years off, starting study for the first time or looking for a postgraduate degree to further your career, we can help.
Thursday 12 September
Mature Student Open Evenings
If you’re considering further study, get the right advice and information you need at our January Mature Student Open Evenings. No matter whether you're returning to university after a few years off, starting study for the first time or looking for a postgraduate degree to further your career, we can help.
Monday 23 September — Friday 4 October
Q&A Sessions
Do you have questions about studying at Griffith? Book a personalised 30-minute Q&A session with one of our expert study advisers to get advice about your study options, available scholarships and support services.
Monday 21 October — Friday 25 October
Trimester 3: Orientation
Get the right start and find out everything you need to know about starting at Griffith.
Tuesday 29 October — Thursday 31 October
Application Support Nights
Need help with your university application? Receive personalised advice and assistance from one of our expert study advisers to start and/or complete your university application.
Monday 16 December — Thursday 19 December
Explore your options
If your OP or ATAR result changes your direction, chat online with our expert study advisers to explore your study options. Find out about admissions pathways, entry requirements and changing your preferences.