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Health Workforce

University Departments of Rural Health

The University Departments of Rural Health (UDRH) program encourages students of medicine, nursing and other health professions to pursue a career in rural practice by providing opportunities for students to practise their clinical skills in a rural environment. It also supports health professionals currently practising in rural settings.

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www.health.gov.au/udrh

The following University Departments of Rural Health have been established across Australia:

For more information on the University Departments of Rural Health phone Freecall 1800 020 787 or email ruralhealth@health.gov.au.