School of Health Sciences
Our practical-focused courses and strong industry links provide students with a real-world focus to their studies.
The School of Health Sciences brings together Swinburne's renowned teaching and research capacity in the areas of biomedical science and statistics, nursing and allied health, psychology, nutrition, health promotion, public and environmental health, and exercise and sport science. Our teaching is underpinned by our internationally recognised research, giving our students access to the latest developments in their disciplines for an authentic learning experience.
Our departments, centres and clinics
Explore our courses
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Health
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Psychology
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Nursing
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Nutrition and Dietetics
School leadership
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Distinguished Professor James Ogloff AM
Dean, School of Health Sciences -
Professor Sharon Brownie
Director, Health Strategy and Partnership -
Professor Diane Sivasubramaniam
Chair, Department of Psychological Sciences; Program Leader: Public Interest Technology -
Associate Professor Jason Howitt
Chair, Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences -
Professor Michael Daffern
Director, Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science -
Professor Greg Murray
Acting Director, Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences
Latest news
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- Health
Incorporating animals in therapy create stronger relationships with therapists and creates better outcomes
New Swinburne research found that using animal-assisted therapy in combination with cognitive-behavioural therapy led to reductions in acute anxiety symptoms.
Thursday 14 August 2025 -
- Technology
World first study of young adults’ brain activity shows TV and gaming boosts focus, while social media hinders it
A world-first Swinburne-led study into young adults’ brain activity has found that TV and gaming are associated with increased focus, while social media is associated with decreased focus.
Thursday 07 August 2025 -
- Health
Can oranges, garlic and echinacea really help avoid the cold and flu?
Swinburne Dietetics Lecturer Dr Nina Imad shares how to help avoid the cold and flu.
Thursday 10 July 2025 -
- University
- Sustainability
Swinburne surges into top 300 in QS Sustainability Rankings 2025
91PORNY has climbed to number 270 in the world in the QS Sustainability Ranking 2025.
Wednesday 11 December 2024 -
- Health
World-first intravenous psychedelic trial to treat binge eating to launch
The world-first IV-administered psychedelic trial for binge eating disorder will kick off this year at Swinburne.
Thursday 10 April 2025 -
- Business
- Technology
Startups lead the way in innovation at 2024 Venture Cup Pitch Night
The 2024 Annual Venture Cup Pitch Night at 91PORNY celebrated the achievements of seven startups, marking the successful completion of their journey through Swinburne Innovation Studio's accelerator initiative, the Elevate Program.
Monday 02 December 2024
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For general enquiries, please call +61 3 9214 3836 or send an email to SoHSsupport@swinburne.edu.au.