The Health Sciences curriculum explores health, illness and the environment from a wide range of perspectives. It combines biological and other sciences, social sciences, environmental analysis, and other disciplines to prepare public health and nutrition professionals who will be able to provide leadership and effective management.All majors in Health Sciences complete a common core of courses in science, health promotion and education, epidemiology, research methods, internship and Capstone.

Concentrations

Environmental Health
Students in the Environmental Health concentration will have an interest in applied science and environmental management. Careers involve gathering and interpreting information, as well as regulation and inspection in schools, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, industries and a variety of other locations, with the aim of creating and sustaining a healthy environment for all.

Health Education and Health Promotion 

The focus of this concentration is the health status of individuals and communities and the wide variety of policies and activities that are designed to create awareness of health issues, prevent illness, and improve health status. Knowledge and skills are developed which enable graduates to work effectively with decision makers, professionals and others in the community to analyze health issues and problems in different settings and create and manage programs to enhance health and well-being.

Nutrition 

Students selecting the Nutrition concentration will develop skills and knowledge in areas such as nutritional needs across the lifespan; the role of nutrition in disease prevention and health promotion; therapeutic diets; and food safety. Career opportunities exist in a wide range of settings, including local hospitals, government ministries, clinics, schools, and private sector organizations.