Health Science

Overview

If you’re interested in working in a health-related profession or continuing on to graduate school to obtain an advanced degree in medicine, dentistry, respiratory therapy, nursing, or public health, then you should consider a bachelor’s degree in health science—a solid foundation for either path.

More Details

An academically rigorous degree program, the Bachelor of Science in Health Science includes science-based courses in biology, chemistry, human anatomy and physiology, along with electives such as pharmacology, epidemiology, public health, nutrition and healthcare management that allow you to focus in your areas of interest.

1. No application fees
2. No SATs or ACTs required
3. Multiple start terms per year

Requirements

1. Completed online application
2. English language proficiency proof (if English is not your primary language)
3. Official transcript
   • Official high school transcript or completed attestation form
   • Official GED
   • Associate degree (with conferral and date) sent directly from your undergraduate institution to Northeastern
4. Optional
   • Current resume
   • Statement of purpose
   • References

Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing fields in the country. Health science graduates will be well equipped to pursue clinical and non-clinical opportunities in hospitals, clinics, government agencies, sports facilities, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance companies. Because of the many specialties available, your career path will be largely determined by the health science courses you select to complete your degree.

Impressive Numbers:

• Between 2014 and 2024, there is expected to be 19% growth in healthcare jobs (BLS 2015).

What can you do with your degree?

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science is designed for students who are interested in working in a health-related industry, either in a management or professional role. This bachelor of science degree is also well suited for students who wish to pursue a graduate degree in medicine, dentistry, respiratory therapy, nursing (direct entry), or public health.

Successful graduates of this degree program will be prepared for careers as:

• Science technicians
• Medical and health services managers
• Insurance underwriters
• Social or community service managers