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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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

NCEPH researchers recognised at 2026 ACT Mental Health Sector Awards
Monday, 19 Oct 2026
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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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Yardhura Walani leaders recognised for contributions to Indigenous public health
Sunday, 20 Sep 2026
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Two researchers from Yardhura Walani have been recognised by the Public Health Association of Australia for their leadership in and contributions to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. 

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Lisa Whop
Wednesday, 16 Sep 2026
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Professor Lisa Whop’s work was recognised by the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences with the 2026 Outstanding First Nations Researcher Medal.

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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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