BS in Health Science

Helping improve the quality of people's lives is more than a worthwhile calling-it's a very wise career decision.

Kaplan University's Bachelor of Science in Health Science online degree program can prepare you for a wide variety of employment opportunities in health care- and health science-related industries.

You'll gain knowledge and skills in health science and health care, exploring the concepts, values, research methods, and applications you will need for any future career.

Learn about the principles of healthy living, and develop administrative, ethical, and professional skills to assume leadership positions across the spectrum of health care.

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree can prepare you for further graduate study and/or professional degrees in the fields of medicine (MD), osteopathic medicine (DO), and more.

Three emphasis area options are available to help you focus your degree: pregraduate/preprofessional, nutrition, and health and wellness.

Pregraduate/Preprofessional Emphasis: Builds on the major course requirements and explores specific health science areas, such as biochemistry and immunology, which will help you in your pursuit of graduate study or first-professional degrees in medicine.

Nutrition Emphasis: Provides a greater understanding and application of the science of food and nutrition, and allows students to pursue careers in the field of nutrition in the private or public arena.

Health and Wellness Emphasis: Explores diverse approaches to health and wellness, including physical, mental, and spiritual health. Coursework is practical to help you succeed in this growing field.

Who Should Take This Program?
Individuals interested in developing their professional skills in health science and health care, nutrition science, or holistic health and wellness should pursue a Bachelor of Science in Health Science.