Dr. Leah Heiss

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leah Heiss is an Associate Professor and the Eva Marc Besen International Research Chair at Monash University specializing in human-centered design, particularly in the context of wearable health technologies. She has led initiatives aimed at co-designing solutions for various health challenges, such as acute care, ageing, and mental health. Her research often partners with the World Health Organization and focuses on improving implementation strategies for health services worldwide. Over her career, Leah has been recognized with six Australian Good Design Awards and presented over 100 keynote lectures globally. She holds a PhD in designing emotional technologies and has extensive experience in participatory design and the development of smart devices. Leah's contributions extend to several significant projects and collaborations that align with UN Sustainable Development Goals, demonstrating her commitment to addressing global health issues through innovative design.

Research Interests

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.