179 Health Science Bachelor's Degree Programs

This inter-university bachelor’s degree in the Biology of Human and Environmental Health program, in conjunction with the University of Padua and the University of Bologna, adopts an advanced, innovative, multidisciplinary approach to life science research and the interaction between human health and the environment. The first two years cover general biologic principles, human anatomy and physiology, disease mechanisms, and advanced methods in biomedical research. In the third year, students can choose to enrol in one of the two curricula: biological bases of human diseases (Padua) or environmental influences on human health (Bologna).

Health Psychology is a study program with the aim to educate competent bachelors in health psychology with scientific insight, a solid base of scientific knowledge in health psychology, and professional application skills in the field of personal and public health and well-being. This program aims to ensure the necessary universal first stage health psychology training and provide thorough knowledge on healthcare systems, aims, and objectives of health maintenance and promotion, system requirements and demands and the role of mental health professionals in meeting these needs.

The Physician Assistant program at Thiel College features two distinct paths to earning a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies: Pathway 1 - Highly motivated high school seniors can enroll in our accelerated five-year program. Students will earn a traditional four-year bachelor’s degree in Health Systems and continue at Thiel for a fifth year to complete the master’s degree program. Please refer to the Health systems major for additional information regarding the undergraduate degree. Pathway 2 – Students who have already completed a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and wish to attain a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Thiel College should explore our 27-month post-baccalaureate program.

Carleton’s Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) is a wide-ranging and career-focused program that will provide you with the skills required to succeed in the rapidly changing worlds of medicine, biomedical research, and healthcare research. You will gain a strong foundation in the scientific knowledge and methods involved in the study of human health, along with the capacity to engage in broader multidisciplinary, multi-sector, and multicultural approaches to finding solutions to some of the most crucial health issues of our time, such as global health, environment, and health, etc.

Through classroom and hands-on learning, you’ll gain expertise in topics such as health services, health policy, social health, hauora Māori, community health and wellbeing, disability, and population health, and learn how to develop innovative and proactive approaches to challenging and complex health needs.

A Bachelor of Health Sciences Honours in Human Movement Science offers students a deep understanding of how the human body moves, functions, and responds to physical activity. This program explores key areas such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, kinesiology, and motor control, providing insights into the complex relationship between physical movement and health.

A Bachelor of Health in Human Movement Science explores human anatomy and movement, focusing on the impact of physical activity on health. It prepares individuals to promote healthy lifestyles and physical fitness.

Prepares students to be able to make a positive contribution to enhancing the health of communities. Health science is the study of the physical, psychological, social, and environmental dimensions of health. Students graduate with practical and theoretical knowledge and skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking, innovation, and cross-cultural and international awareness. They are highly sought after and can choose a range of interesting and dynamic career pathways.

The faculty advisors work with all students interested in pursuing a career in health professions (ex: medical, dental, pharmacy, etc.). We work with both current students and Alumni who are applying to health professions schools and encourage all students that are interested in a career in Health Professions to attend workshops, familiarize themselves with our website, join our emails, and to come to our office for an advising appointment every semester. Thus, we enjoy working with students at all stages of their pre-health journey.

The purpose of the qualification is to produce professional podiatry graduates competent in the knowledge and skills required for managing and providing an integrated, holistic scientifically based podiatric health care service to all sectors of society. The qualification develops reflective, caring practitioners capable of integrating principles, theory, proven techniques, and relevant clinical skills in the delivery of a service focusing on the promotion of foot health, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of foot and lower limb related problems.

Students interested in pursuing a healthcare-related professional degree following their undergraduate program are considered “Pre-Health” students. In order to reach this goal, the student must complete academic prerequisites and extracurricular requirements to prepare for an application to the professional school. We refer to this as following a “pre-health track.”

The U.S. healthcare system changes quickly, and you can stay ahead of the curve by completing a bachelor's degree in health services at USI. Employment in the medical field is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations as the industry continues to expand and diversify.

The Bachelor’s Degree Program “Biotech Engineering for Health” aims to equip graduates with a robust interdisciplinary foundation by combining expertise in biotechnology and information engineering.

Medical laboratory scientists are part of a highly-skilled team that works to solve the mysteries, put the pieces of the puzzle together and answer the critical questions of medicine. They play a crucial role in health care by providing laboratory tests and interpreting results to enable accurate diagnosis and treatment of patients. It’s a life-saving profession.

As a paramedic, you will help trauma patients or people who suddenly fall ill and need urgent care, both in and out of the hospital. You recognize and anticipate situations that threaten the patient's life and know how to act as the situation requires. In addition to alert tasks, your job will include non-urgent care: examining patients, mapping situations, and planning follow-up care. You will make nursing decisions and also be able to lead a team.