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Overview Many health problems are complex in origin. For this reason, promoting health and reducing the risk of disease requires practitioners, researchers and policymakers who can consider the biological and physical aspects of health and illness,as well as their social, psychological, economic, cultural and political dimensions. This bachelor degree in Human Biology, Health and Society is offered by Cornell University. You will be required to develop a strong background in human biology so that you can understand the physiological and biochemical aspects of health issues. The program also will require you to use perspectives from the social sciences. With these skills, and with access to a wide array of courses related to human health and well-being, you will be prepared to explore a range of health issues through a variety of career paths. You also will have many opportunities to enhance your classroom learning by participating in special opportunities for experiential learning, including the Practicing Medicine program and study abroad, undergraduate research and field experience, or by joining the Health and Nutrition Society.Career Path The Human Biology, Health and Society major will open a world of possibilities when it’s time for you to pursue a career path. You probably will need to pursue advanced study to attain the experience and academic credentials to work in your chosen profession, but the HBHS major will put you on the right heading if you plan ahead. I want to find another Bachelor Course

The Human Biology, Health and Society undergraduate program, offered only through the College of Human Ecology in the Division of Nutritional Sciences, helps students view human health issues from this broad and multidisciplinary perspective. This program is available at Cornell University.

Disciplines

Health SciencesBiology

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Other Requirements

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Human Biology, Health and Society