Take the lead in creating a healthier world

Allied health professionals play a critical role in our health system. These specialised clinicians help prevent, diagnose and treat conditions, to give their patients a better quality of life.  

Our allied health programs have been designed to meet industry needs. You’ll get hands-on skills in clinical settings, in areas such as clinical exercise physiology, genetic counselling, physiotherapy, orthoptics, pharmacy and speech pathology.  Backed by expert practitioners and high-impact research, our courses will ensure you’re ready to become the innovative, people-focused healthcare practitioner of tomorrow.  

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    Internationally ranked 

    #11 in Australia

    UTS is ranked in the country’s top 15 universities for clinical and health studies.

    Times Higher Education Rankings by Subject 2024

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    Job postings

    2,260,400 currently employed

    Over 2 million people currently work in health care and social assistance, making it the largest employer in Australia.

    Jobs and Skills Australia 2024

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    Career outlook

    5.4% job growth

    The healthcare and social assistance industry, which includes allied health, has shown strong growth in the past year and is expected to continue booming.

    Jobs and Skills Australia 2024

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Public health is dedicated to helping people across our whole society live healthier, happier lives. With opportunities in government, non-profit and private settings, it’s an ideal choice for people who are passionate about wellbeing.

A nursing or midwifery qualification can take you far, with opportunities in public and private health, research, academia, policy, regulation and more, both in Australia and abroad.

Sport and exercise careers are ideal for individuals passionate about human health, physical activity and peak performance. Secure your place in this multi-billion-dollar global industry with a degree from UTS.

If you’re fascinated by the way our brains work, a career in Psychology could be the perfect fit for you.

Got a mind for chemistry and an interest in health? Pharmacy might be for you.

Blend science and technology to improve patient health outcomes in our world-class Medical Science programs.

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