Research

A key focus for the College of Medicine and Dentistry is applied and translational research with impact across health and health services in tropical, Indigenous, rural and underserved communities.  It emphasises working ‘in-with-and-for’ communities across northern Australia and the wider tropics. We seek to translate knowledge, strengthen health systems and address health issues that affect the region.

Research is distributed across our sites and disciplines.  Medical research covers a diverse range of topics including clinical medicine, vascular biology, anthropology, rural and remote health and tropical diseases. Dental research encompasses biomaterials, implants and oral health in rural and remote populations.  Pharmacy includes research on the quality use of medicines and pharmacy practice across the Asia-Pacific region.  We value our research partnerships with the health sector, industry and community partners.

The College has a growing number of Higher Degree Research candidates and Honours students with many inspiring research supervisors skilled in supporting students.

Gain experience and skills to conduct higher degree research in the fields of health and medicine with a Master of Philosophy or a Doctor of Philosophy . JCU’s graduates in HDR degrees are leaders in their field and are internationally recognised for discovering valuable new knowledge.

The Graduate Certificate of Research Methods and Graduate Diploma of Research Methods will cultivate your hands on research skills and can be used as a pathway to enrolling in a Master of Philosophy or a Doctor of Philosophy. 

Many of JCU’s research degrees offer flexible study options, such as studying from anywhere online with remote supervision and support.

Find out more

• Applying for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR)
• Graduate Research School