ANU National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health

Welcome to the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health

The National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH) is a highly collaborative, engaged, interdisciplinary Research School that seeks to improve population health and wellbeing in Australia, regionally and throughout the world to ensure that people can thrive.

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Study with us

Undergraduate degrees.

Undergraduate degrees

Join us in a research-intensive, final year of study that will provide you with skills and experience to enable you to excel in a research career in health or science.

Bachelor of Health Science
Honours year

Master degrees.

Master degrees

Improve the population’s health through discovery, education and the translation of research into health policy and practice.

Master of Philosophy in Applied Epidemiology
Master of Public Health

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

PhD & MPhil

Uncover new knowledge in your chosen health discipline from a wide range of areas through the completion of a supervised research project.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Latest news

Dr Ana Mahe (left) and Dr Ripeka Kaurasi (right). Image: Calo Huang/ANU
Monday, 26 Oct 2026
  • Student profile

Two Pacific doctors are building advanced epidemiology skills through the Pac-EVIPP+ MAE Fellowship to support evidence-informed decision-making in Tonga, Fiji, and across the Pacific region.

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One-third of Australians could benefit from preventative heart attack and stroke medications.
Tuesday, 20 Oct 2026
  • News

Australia’s updated cardiovascular disease risk calculator is identifying substantially more Australians aged 45-74 as being at “intermediate” risk of heart attack and stroke.

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NCEPH researchers recognised at 2026 ACT Mental Health Sector Awards.
Monday, 19 Oct 2026
  • News

Professor Michelle Banfield and Anna Foxcroft have been recognised at the 2026 ACT Mental Health Sector Awards, receiving the Outstanding Contribution – Consumer and Outstanding Contribution – Carer awards, respectively.

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Research projects.

Meet our experts specialised in various areas of population health.

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Our impact.

Explore how we're making a difference in people's lives.

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Collaborate with us.

Connect with world-class expertise and capacity by collaborating with us.

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