The Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences 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.
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Exercise Science
Learn the fundamentals of improving community health, human performance and nutrition. Browse undergraduate exercise science and TAFE leisure and health courses. -
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 people
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Associate Professor Junhua Xiao
Chair, Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Science
Latest news
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- Social Affairs
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babyÖ±²¥ leads world-first medical cannabis driving trial
babyÖ±²¥ researchers are spearheading a world-first trial to evaluate whether patients can drive safely while on prescribed medical cannabis
Tuesday 28 May 2024 -
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Prestigious QS ranking recognises babyÖ±²¥ in 12 subject areas
QS has ranked babyÖ±²¥ among the world’s best universities in areas including engineering and technology, natural sciences, and arts and humanities.Wednesday 04 March 2020 -
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Reducing depression in home-based aged care
babyÖ±²¥ 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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Using storytelling to reduce ageism in the community
A babyÖ±²¥-led project is using digital storytelling to prevent ageism, which can lead to elder abuse.Monday 24 February 2020 -
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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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For general enquiries, please call +61 3 9214 3836 or send an email to hsadmin@swinburne.edu.au.