Health Sciences

Take the first step toward a future in health care. Learn the knowledge and skills you'll need to enter the health care workforce, and earn many of the prerequisites needed for professional school.

Program Description

In the BS program in health sciences, students learn about health care systems and how systems are financed and structured. Leadership and professionalism are highlighted along with the role of providers in delivering evidence-based care. Ethical and effective communication skills are also developed. Today's challenges are analyzed, leading graduates to develop innovative solutions.

Students choose focus areas in community-based health outcomes; health legislation and regulation; integrated care; or language, speech and communication.

A limited number of students each year may apply to pursue the echocardiography certificate through Mayo Clinic after taking prerequisite courses. Once the certificate is completed, students may transfer the credits to ASU and apply credits toward their Bachelor of Science program in health sciences. Interested students should seek advising before starting coursework.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Accelerated Program Options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years. It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:Global Management, MGM
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.