Microbiology and Immunology
The University of Melbourne is a globally engaged, comprehensive, research-intensive university uniquely positioned to respond to the major social, economic and environmental challenges of our time.
- Research Themes
Our research is encompassed within several broad research themes. This multidisciplinary approach aims to increase the opportunities for researchers to collaborate on projects that span common themes.
- Research Groups
An overview of our research interests within the department and the project work being carried out by our research groups.
- Graduate Research
We are passionate about the training and mentoring of the next generation of scientists. A range of research degrees are offered at Master and Doctorate level.
- Services and Facilities
The School of Biomedical Sciences includes a number of shared research facilities, as well as several research services open to researchers external to the University of Melbourne on a fee for service basis.
Microbiological Diagnostic Unit Public Health Laboratory
MDUPHL provides a comprehensive microbiology service for the investigation of infectious diseases, and food and waterborne outbreaks in Victoria.
Laureate Professor Peter Doherty
Professor Doherty is Head of the Influenza Research Group in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.
Research in the Faculty
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences is Australia's largest biomedical research faculty. We employ more than 1500 academic staff, 4000 honorary staff and 1500 graduate researchers undertaking world class research across a wide range of health and social issues in a diverse range of research settings. Researchers are located at key sites across Victoria, with more conducting research around the world. Experts in every field can be found in labs, hospitals, in the community and in affiliated research institutes.
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.
- Degrees
Our degrees, taught by our world-renowned academics are the perfect way to begin in the field of biomedical sciences.
Faculty pages detailing Degree Structures and Completion Requirements. - Student Prizes
Each year there are ten prizes awarded to outstanding students within the Department.
- Scholarships
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences offer an extensive range of scholarships and bursaries to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students.
- Departmental Student Resources
Support resources for students in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology
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- Alumni
Our pride in our graduates and in their lives spent improving the health and well-being of others is matched by our desire to maintain strong connections with all who have passed through our doors.
- Support
We are grateful for the many ways in which our alumni and donors support the work of the Faculty.
- Partners
We recognise partnerships and collaborations are an integral facet of our development and a major strength of the school.
- Community
The School of Biomedical Sciences includes some of the University's oldest departments and indeed the oldest biomedical science departments in the state of Victoria. For this reason it is host to a number of unique programs of both community and scientific interest.
Welcome to the Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Professor Elizabeth Hartland, BSC (HONS), BA, PHD, GRAD CERT Higher ED (Monash)
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology comprises more than 120 academic staff, including 17 full Professors, 80 graduate students and around 30 research groups that are actively involved in microbiology and immunology research and teaching.
Microbiological Diagnostic Unit Public Health Laboratory
MDUPHL provides a comprehensive microbiology service for the investigation of infectious diseases, and food and waterborne outbreaks in Victoria.
A brief history
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Melbourne was established to teach and conduct research in the areas of bacteriology, virology, immunology and biotechnology.
Laureate Professor Peter Doherty
Professor Doherty is Head of the Influenza Research Group in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.