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
Health
Psychology
Nursing
Nutrition and Dietetics
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Nursing
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Nutrition and Dietetics
School leadership
Distinguished Professor James Ogloff AM
Professor Joanne Williams
Professor Amanda Benson
Professor Sharon Brownie
Julie Shaw
Professor Rebecca Lane
Associate Professor Diane Sivasubramaniam
Associate Professor Jason Howitt
Professor Michael Daffern
Professor Greg Murray
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Distinguished Professor James Ogloff AM
Dean, School of Health Sciences -
Professor Joanne Williams
Associate Dean, Research -
Professor Amanda Benson
Associate Dean, Education -
Professor Sharon Brownie
Director, Health Strategy and Partnership -
Julie Shaw
Department Chair, Nursing (acting) -
Professor Rebecca Lane
Department Chair, Allied Health -
Associate 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
Epilepsy and high blood pressure in the sights of Swinburne’s $2.7 million in NHMRC funding
Swinburne has successfully secured $2.7 million in the latest round of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Project Grants to address two major health concerns for millions of Australians: high blood pressure and epilepsy.
- Health
- Science
- University
- Technology
Swinburne’s 2025 MedTechVic showcase celebrates innovation in collaboration
Swinburne University of Technology’s MedTechVic hub brought together researchers, industry partners and end users of medical and assistive devices at their recent 2025 annual showcase.
- Health
- Science
Medical cannabis mysteries to be unlocked by new five-year NHMRC project
A new Swinburne-led medical cannabis investigation aims to help close the knowledge gap surrounding the drug and its potential in society.
- Health
- Science
Swinburne to advance cardiac care and asbestos detection with industry-engaged grants
Swinburne has secured two grants from Australia's Economic Accelerator Ignite program to support innovative commercialisation projects.
- Health
Swinburne medical cannabis driving trial starts
Swinburne is leading a trial as part of the Victorian Government’s $4.9 million investment in developing an informed position on medicinal cannabis and drug driving.
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- Media and Communication
Real connections and support at Swinburne helping Tony succeed
Swinburne University of Technology’s Moondani Toombadool Centre has helped Bachelor of Nursing student Tony Ryder find cultural connection and community 3000km from home.
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- Technology
- Health
Epilepsy and high blood pressure in the sights of Swinburne’s $2.7 million in NHMRC funding
Swinburne has successfully secured $2.7 million in the latest round of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Project Grants to address two major health concerns for millions of Australians: high blood pressure and epilepsy.
Wednesday 18 December 2024 -
- Health
- Science
- University
- Technology
Swinburne’s 2025 MedTechVic showcase celebrates innovation in collaboration
Swinburne University of Technology’s MedTechVic hub brought together researchers, industry partners and end users of medical and assistive devices at their recent 2025 annual showcase.
Thursday 20 February 2025 -
- Health
- Science
Medical cannabis mysteries to be unlocked by new five-year NHMRC project
A new Swinburne-led medical cannabis investigation aims to help close the knowledge gap surrounding the drug and its potential in society.
Wednesday 26 February 2025 -
- Health
- Science
Swinburne to advance cardiac care and asbestos detection with industry-engaged grants
Swinburne has secured two grants from Australia's Economic Accelerator Ignite program to support innovative commercialisation projects.
Wednesday 12 March 2025 -
- Health
Swinburne medical cannabis driving trial starts
Swinburne is leading a trial as part of the Victorian Government’s $4.9 million investment in developing an informed position on medicinal cannabis and drug driving.
Monday 04 November 2024 -
- University
- Media and Communication
Real connections and support at Swinburne helping Tony succeed
Swinburne University of Technology’s Moondani Toombadool Centre has helped Bachelor of Nursing student Tony Ryder find cultural connection and community 3000km from home.
Wednesday 25 September 2024
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For general enquiries, please call +61 3 9214 3836 or send an email to SoHSsupport@swinburne.edu.au.