Department of Rural Health

The Department of Rural Health provides professional health education and research training in a rural context. Based at Shepparton in the Goulburn Valley, we have major nodes at Ballarat, Echuca and Wangaratta and associations with nearly 40 smaller towns in rural Victoria.

Providing a rich in academic, social and cultural experience and excellence and equity in Rural Health through education, research and engagement.

Meet our Head of Department and Executive Team

Study

With the highest teaching evaluations in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences The Department of Rural Health is proud to offer our coursework and short course programs to our leaders and future leaders.
Meet Our Students

Meet The Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) students studying across rural Victoria. Learn about their stories and journeys towards advancing their medical studies.
Student Accommodation

The Department of Rural Health manages student accommodation in Ballarat, Benalla, Echuca, Mansfield, Mt Beauty, Bright, Myrtleford, Numurkah, Shepparton, and Wangaratta.

Our Programs

The Department of Rural Health is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health's Rural Multidisciplinary Training (RHMT) Program. Take a look at the key programs in the Department below.

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The Department of Rural Health teaches courses on campus in Shepparton, Ballarat, Echuca and Wangaratta. Find out more about the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway), Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities and First Nations pathways.

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Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway

Designed for students who have completed their undergraduate studies and are committed to professional training, the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) supports both the personal and professional development, and aims to produce high quality medical professionals who can thrive in complex environments and be the leaders of change.

Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities

The Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities offers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professionals, who have worked in and community settings, an opportunity to gain a university qualification based on your work experience. This course empowers you in your place of work, allowing you to study and work within your community.

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Student Accommodation

The Department of Rural Health manages student accommodation in Ballarat, Benalla, Echuca, Mansfield, Mt Beauty, Bright, Myrtleford, Numurkah, Shepparton, and Wangaratta.
Student Support

Students completing rural placements face a range of unique stressors and challenges. Fortunately there are a variety of support services available to access across rural campus locations and Parkville.

Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences courses

Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned professional, we have something to suit your needs and schedule. With the highest teaching evaluations in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences we are proud to offer our coursework and short course programs to our leaders and future leaders.