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Integrated Health Sciences

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The Integrated Health Sciences major equips students with essential knowledge and skills in biological, behavioral, and nutritional sciences to foster healthy lifestyles and overall well-being. The major is designed for those pursuing careers in health sciences or advanced studies in fields such as Occupational Therapy, accelerated Nursing, or Public Health. The Integrated Health Sciences major features a comprehensive curriculum complemented by a variety of elective courses. This structure allows students to pursue a minor of their choice or tailor their coursework to match their career goals and further educational aspirations.

The Integrated Health Sciences major also offers a Pre-Occupational Therapy concentration as part of a 3+3 program with Thomas Jefferson University, resulting in both a BS in Integrated Health Sciences from UD and a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) from Thomas Jefferson University (TJU). Students in the Integrated Health Sciences major may apply to the OTD program at Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) after completion of the 3rd semester of the BS in Integrated Health Sciences at UD. If accepted into the TJU OTD program, students will be admitted into the BS in Integrated Health Sciences - Pre-Occupational Therapy Concentration at UD.

AREAS OF STUDY

 

  • Biology, Chemistry
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Nutrition
  • Health Behavior Science

CAREER OPTIONS

  • Health and Wellness industry
  • Community or Public Health
  • Medical Sales
  • Clinical Research Coordination
  • Health Education

GRADUATE SCHOOL FOR

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Public Health
  • Accelerated Nursing
  • Health/Clinical Psychology
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Social Work

What’s special about this program?

The Integrated Health Sciences major is ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in the health sciences and healthcare. Students have numerous opportunities to engage with research, healthcare- or clinically-related experiential learning and volunteer opportunities in a variety of settings. This major includes 27 elective credits to allow students to combine coursework in biological, behavioral and nutritional sciences with other academic areas of interest such as public health, exercise science, psychology, communication, and leadership. Students interested in pursuing a career in Occupational Therapy may apply to the 3+3 Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Program at Thomas Jefferson University.

Get Involved

Nutrition and Disabilities Club

Healthy HENS

Student Wellness & Health Promotion

Kappa Omicron Nu National Honor Society

Lori’s Hands

Occupational Therapy Club

Women in Healthcare

Yes U Can

Sample curriculum

CHEM103/133

General Chemistry I with Lab

 

BISC207

Introductory Biology

 

ENGL110

First Year Writing

 

MATH115

Pre-Calculus or higher

 

HBNS200 

Nutrition Concepts

 

UNIV101

First Year Experience

 

HBNS155

Personal Health Management: An Approach for a Lifetime

 

MMSC200

Language of Medicine

 

PSYC100

General Psychology

 

SOCI201

Introduction to Sociology

 

KAAP309

Human Anatomy & Physiology I

 

STAT200

Basic Statistical Practice

 

HDFS201

Lifespan Development

 

PSYC334

Principles of Psychopathology

 

KAAP310

Human Anatomy & Physiology II

 

HBNS332

Health Behavior Theory and Models

 

HBNS305

Nutrition in the Lifespan

 

HBNS390 

OR

HBNS326

Research Methods in Nutrition

OR

Research Methods and Statistics for Behavioral Science

 

HLTH241

OR

PHIL241

OR

PHIL444

Ethical Aspects of Healthcare

OR

Ethical Issues in Healthcare

OR

Medical Ethics

 

Breadth Requirement - Multicultural/History & Cultural Change

 

BISC208

OR

CHEM104/134

OR

PHYS201/221

Elem. Human Physiology

 

HBNS342

Adapted Physical Activity

 

HBNS362

Professional Skills Seminar

 

HBNS435 

OR

HBNS310

Physical Activity and Behavior

OR

Nutrition and Activity

HBNS340

Behavior Change Strategies and Tactics

 

HBNS335

OR

HBNS201

Health and Aging

OR 

Food Concepts

HLTH215

OR 

HBNS421

Healthcare Communications

OR

Health and Nutrition Assessment

  2nd English Course
  Culture, Race, Social Justice Course
  Free Elective
HBNS300/400

Course in Nutrition

 

HBNS300/400

Course in Health Behavior Science

 

 

Free Electives

 

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This major is eligible for the following programs:

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