School of Population and Global Health
Protecting and improving health
Population (or public) health is the art and science of protecting and improving the health of communities, using an evidence-based approach through research, advocacy and health promotion. It plays an important role in health and wellbeing, as well as improving the social and environmental conditions and behaviours that affect us.
At The University of Western Australia, the School of Population and Global Health is a leading research, teaching and service organisation whose work influences health policies and practices. The School comprises Population and Public Health, the Western Australian Centre for Rural Health (WACRH) and The Raine Study.
With a commitment to achieving excellence in teaching and research training, our courses are flexible and industry relevant, giving students the knowledge and skills to address pressing and emerging health issues.
The School is guided by an Advisory Board that includes high profile and influential members from both government and non-government organisations and provides high level external review and advice on the relevance and direction of major teaching, research, research translation and community engagement programs for the School.
Population Health is all around us: the water we drink, the air we breathe, the food we eat, the immunisations we receive and the environment in which we live. Professor Colleen Fisher, Head of School
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The School of Population and Global Health is home to internationally recognised research centres. Our Population and Global Health research sets the foundation for high-impact initiatives, solving the challenges of the modern world.
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UWA researchers awarded $12.5 million in Federal funding
Researchers at UWA have been awarded $12.5 million in Federal funding for 27 research projects ranging from a project to save seagrass from climate change to exploring the social practices of oral health in Australian preschool children.
Read moreFour early career researchers awarded federal funding
Four researchers at UWA have been awarded $1.6 million in Federal Government funding for four research projects that range from a study into the life and death of plant genes to an integrated approach to bushfire management.
Read moreUWA professor awarded 2020 Society for Mental Health Research Founders Medal
UWA Professor Vera Morgan has been awarded a prestigious 2020 Society for Mental Health Research Founders Medal.
Read moreOutdoor play at home key for young children's health and development
A simple sandpit, swing or cubby house in the backyard are all that are needed to help preschoolers get enough outdoor play time at home, according to new research led by The University of Western Australia.
Read morePoor mental health linked to rising rates of chronic disease
New research led by researchers from The University of Western Australia suggests that poor mental health may be behind an increase in chronic disease in Australia.
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