The UNSW Kirby Institute at the Kensington Campus is a leading center for medical research and postgraduate education focused on eliminating infectious diseases globally. Housed within the Faculty of Medicine & Health, it emphasizes advanced research training, PhD supervision, and specialized short courses in epidemiology, clinical trials, and public health interventions targeting HIV, viral hepatitis, STIs, and emerging pathogens.
- Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research: Courses and supervision in hepatitis C elimination strategies, direct-acting antivirals, and liver disease management.
- HIV Research: Training in HIV prevention, PrEP monitoring, vaccine development, and long-term management for diverse populations.
- Sexual Health and Blood-Borne Viruses: Programs on STI surveillance, behavioral interventions, and LGBTQ+ health outcomes.
- Global Health and Neglected Tropical Diseases: Research training for Pacific, Asia-Pacific, and African contexts, including scabies and yaws control.
- Epidemiology and Surveillance: Advanced data analysis, cohort studies, and national reporting on infectious diseases in Australia.
- Immunovirology and Pathogenesis: Laboratory-based PhD projects on immune responses to HIV, HCV, and vaccines.
- Social and Behavioural Sciences: Courses exploring health inequities, drug use, incarceration impacts, and community engagement.
This campus supports multidisciplinary collaboration, offering hands-on experience in clinical trials, biostatistics, and policy translation, preparing students for careers in global health research and leadership.
