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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 and Pharmacology
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Public health and health promotion
- Rehabilitation counselling
- Social work
- Speech pathology
- Suicide research and prevention
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Study health at Griffith
Discover what makes studying health at Griffith distinct.
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
Georgina Morris
Second year Bachelor of Pharmacy student
2019 Go Further Indigenous Tertiary Scholarship
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29 Jan 2020
Griffith representatives recognised with Australia Day Honours
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28 Jan 2020
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Key dates
Monday 24 February
Trimester 1: Teaching and exams
Includes study and exam period from Thursday 28 May to Friday 6 June.
Friday 8 May — Saturday 9 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.
Monday 11 May — Thursday 14 May
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 you find the right study path.
Wednesday 13 May — Thursday 14 May
Gold Coast Careers Festival
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Gold Coast Careers Festival to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Thursday 21 May
Cairns Youth and Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Gold Coast Careers Festival to talk to our expert advisers about your study goals, life at Griffith, online study options and more.
Monday 22 June — Wednesday 24 June
Trimester 2: Orientation
Get the right start and find out everything you need to know about starting at Griffith.
Monday 29 June — Saturday 10 October
Trimester 2: Teaching and exams
Includes study and exam period from Thursday 1 October to Saturday 10 October.
Saturday 18 July — Sunday 19 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 21 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 3 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 9 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 14 September — Thursday 17 September
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 you find the right study path.
Monday 19 October — Friday 23 October
Trimester 3: Orientation
Get the right start and find out everything you need to know about starting at Griffith.