Department of Health, Education and Technology
The department's research and education is socially relevant and in demand. In order to offer interesting, relevant and exciting research and education, we work with continuous development that meets the demand in health and learning. Within the framework of the department's nine research topics, there are opportunities to create exciting interdisciplinary collaborations.
Our programmes
Our students are the future of education and healthcare. Our programmes are important to society and our students are in high demand.
Research
The department have a broad range of research, from projects that develop schools in practice to basic research on neurological diseases. Read more about our research subjects and ongoing projects.
Organisation
The department has three divisions: Division of Health, Medicine and Rehabilitation, Division of Nursing and Biomedical Engineering, and Division of Education and Languages.
News
Clearer structure in nursing strengthens student nurses
A clear structure during clinical education can help student nurses feel more confident in their professional role and, ultimately, contribute to safer patient care.
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Investigating how vibrations affect memory
Psychology researchers at Luleå University of Technology will investigate how vibrations affect memory and distraction.
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LTU researcher joins debate on children’s reduced freedom of movement
More children should walk or cycle to school, but current measures are not enough. This is the core message of a debate article in Aftonbladet.
Postgraduate education
At the Department of Health, Education and Technology you will find an innovative and stimulating research environment. Our graduate schools include several research areas.
School cooperation
We have close collaboration with schools and preschools in both education and research. We train future teachers and conduct research to develop schools and teaching on a scientific basis.
