Health Science Program

Do you want to advance to medical school or want a career in a medical laboratory, pharmaceutical company, insurance agency, outpatient care or physician's office or clinic?

A degree in Health Sciences can get you there!

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Healthcare occupations are projected to add about 1.8 million new jobs per year, mainly due to an aging population. All healthcare occupations are expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032.

Requirements

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Graduation Requirements

 

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Synthesize interdisciplinary concepts in health professions, biological sciences, and public health.
  • Utilize communication, collaboration, and creativity skills in healthcare settings.
  • Evaluate scientific health information through critical thinking and problem-solving.
  • Examine ethical and legal dilemmas and challenges in healthcare settings.

Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science prepares students for entry-level roles in healthcare-related occupations and careers. It also allows them to continue their education in fields such as dentistry, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant studies. Additionally, the program provides a customizable bachelor-level degree option in health for those who are not accepted into the competitive and limited healthcare cohort programs at the university and allows for pathway development opportunities with other institutions.

Total Program Credits: 120

Requirements:

  • Completion of a minimum of 120 semester credits with a minimum of 40 upper-division credits.
  • Residence Requirement: 30 credits must be taken at UVU with 10 of those in the last 45 earned -- except where articulation agreements have been made.
  • An overall GPA of 2.5 or higher.
  • All courses must be completed with a C- or higher. 
  • Successful completion of at least one Global/Intercultural course.
  • Successful completion of at least two Writing Enriched (WE) courses.
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