FHS and the Community
From anxiety disorders to ageing, the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) is at the forefront of research into issues that affect people across Australia every day.
The Faculty benefits the community not only through its research, but through the wide ranging services it offers to members of the public.
The following services at the Faculty of Health Sciences are open to the public:
Clinics and health services
A number of onsite health clinics and services are available to the public. For example, the Speech pathology clinic conducts speech therapy sessions for people of various ages including children.
Learn more about the valuable research being carried out by the Faculty and how to access treatment and services by visiting clinics and services.
Health Sciences library
The Health Sciences library has a collection of approximately 80,000 books and videos and 900 journals, and it is particularly oriented towards the health sciences.
The general public is welcome to use the library but borrowing rights are available only to University of Sydney students and staff.
Visit the library website for opening hours and information about its collection and services.
Sports Centre
Located at the bottom of the Gate 2 car park, the Sports Centre is open to the public from Monday to Friday during University semester time.
A variety of membership options are available including casual visits through to 12 month all-inclusive membership. Membership includes use of all gym equipment, the basketball courts, locker hire and showers.
Bookings for the multi-purpose tennis, netball and basketball courts must be made with Campus Rewards on 02 9351 9613 or . Bookings for the oval must be made with the Facilities Management Office. Visit the Campus Rewards website for more information.
On-going public events
Throughout the year the Faculty holds a number of public events, including guest lectures, study fairs and research showcases for anyone interested in the health sciences, and studying or collaborating with our staff. Visit our events site to find out more about what’s on now.