BS Health Sciences at The Ohio State University

Ohio State's health sciences program is a foundational undergraduate degree that introduces students to the health care field and provides in-depth science learning. Graduates go on to work in health care positions or pursue professional and graduate programs such as medicine, dentistry, occupational therapy, athletic training, physical therapy and dietetics. Students in the health sciences program know their professors and advisors. They ensure that students make the most of the rich resources the university and our medical center have to offer. Offered at: Columbus, Lima.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Columbus, OH, United States

What you will study

Before being admitted to the health sciences major, students complete general education course work and prerequisite requirements that include: math, anatomy, physiology and natural sciences. Once admitted, students complete core health sciences courses (such as epidemiology, research, statistics and ethics), major electives and minor course work. They can also complete graduate school prerequisite course work, if applicable. The health sciences curriculum includes a broad spectrum of courses, including pathophysiology, health care systems, public policy, management principles and health care law. Students are required to select and complete a minor in order to be eligible for graduation.

Career pathways

Health sciences graduates will find many opportunities to serve as managers, directors, administrative coordinators and even consultants in managed care organizations, home health care agencies and physician group practices.

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