Department of Health Sciences and Biostatistics
We combine research and teaching with strong theoretical foundations and a practical real-world focus to improve human health.
The Department of Health Sciences and Biostatistics uses state-of-the-art technology for teaching and research on physical, mental and social health. Our expertise spans from epidemiology, applied statistics and health communication, through to the molecular and biochemical understanding of disease. The major themes cover biomedical science, clinical technologies, exercise and sports science, forensic psychology, health promotion, neuroscience, nutrition and statistical modelling.
Explore our courses
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Exercise Science
Learn the fundamentals of improving health, performance and nutrition. Help people be the best they can be and apply for a sports science course today. -
Applied Statistics
Love the world of stats and figures? Our applied statistics courses will help you gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the key areas of statistics.
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Nutrition and Dietetics
Graduate job-ready as a Dietician or Nutritionist with an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Dietetics or Health Science. Practical, lab-based learning.
Our projects
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What 5G means for our health
Mobile speeds are soon to reach 10 times today’s performance and we’re ensuring that the technology’s impact on our bodies is understood. Read more on page 28 of the Research Matters magazine.Friday 27 August 2021 -
Vision screening in children in Bangladesh
This project uses a three-stage referral system for vision impairment treatment in young children in Bangladesh.Friday 27 August 2021 -
The role of the gut microbiome in soldier performance, health and recovery
We're conducting a study that will target the gut microbiome to optimise soldier performance, health and recovery.Friday 27 August 2021 -
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Swinburne and Medibank examine how virtual reality can treat chronic pain
Swinburne is conducting novel research that will investigate how virtual reality and augmented reality could be used to treat chronic pain.Friday 08 March 2019 -
Optimising health and wellbeing for people with inflammatory bowel diseases
In partnership with Crohn’s & Colitis Australia, we're helping provide resources for people managing inflammatory bowel diseases.Friday 27 August 2021 -
ELders AT Ease program (ELATE)
ELATE uses an integrated care approach to provide tailored, systemic and evidence-based psychological interventions to Australians in residential aged care facilities with symptoms of depression, anxiety or suicide ideation.Friday 27 August 2021
Our people
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Associate Professor Jason Howitt
Chair, Department of Health Sciences and Biostatistics
Latest news
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Using storytelling to reduce ageism in the community
A Swinburne-led project is using digital storytelling to prevent ageism, which can lead to elder abuse.Monday 24 February 2020 -
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Reducing depression in home-based aged care
Swinburne and leading home care provider Silverchain will co-design and pilot a digital intervention for depression for older adults living at home.
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Easy wheezy – a straightforward passage to asthma control
A take-home device that measures wheeze could help millions to manage their respiratory diseases.Friday 24 January 2020 -
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Swinburne researchers develop skin tissue to advance bandage technology
A Swinburne bioengineering team have begun to make lifelike skin tissue to further studies on innovations in smart bandages.Thursday 07 March 2019 -
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Staying entertained and active this winter
Our Swinburne experts share their top tips on what to watch and read, and how to stay healthy and active during the cooler months.
Thursday 10 June 2021
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Contact the Department of Health Sciences and Biostatistics
For general enquiries, please call +61 3 9214 3836 or send an email to hsadmin@swinburne.edu.au.