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Major Requirements — Health Science

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Bachelor of Arts
Pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary and allied health programs

2009-2011 Four-Year Plan

The health sciences offer a wide range of career opportunities for those inter­ested in the health professions. Career options include allopathic, osteopathic, chiropractic, naturopathic, and veterinary medicine, dentistry, optometry, podi­atry, pharmacy, physical and occupational therapy, dietetics, medical technology, physician assistant and public health.

Competition for entry into the various professional schools is significant, so strong performance in academic coursework and national admission tests is essen­tial. Critical thinking, sound reasoning, an aptitude in science, being articulate, and writing well are necessary skills in these professions. The health science pro­gram at Aurora University is designed to give the student maximum training and exposure. However, a program can only be as strong as its participants. Only mature, committed individuals are encouraged to pursue such careers. In addi­tion, personal qualities such as integrity, concern for the well being of others, and a sincere commitment to a life of service are highly sought after in professionals.

A health science degree provides a strong background in the basic sciences, (chemistry-inorganic, organic, and biochemistry; biology-cell and molecular, genet­ics, and anatomy and physiology; and physics). In addition, courses in nutrition, health, exercise, and psychology offer the student an opportunity to observe and study how food choices, exercise, social connections and the individual's mental outlook impact his/her health and wellness and contribute to diseases. A clinical experience in one of the health care professions is highly recommended. Students will primarily observe health care providers in medically-oriented institutions.

Division I: Science Core Program: 27 or 28 semester hours

Division II: Required Courses: 25 semester hours

Division III: Selected Courses: Choose 12 semester hours from the following:

* Students who are pre-veterinary are strongly encouraged to consider these courses as part of their selected courses.

Academic information on departmental Web sites reflects the university's most current curriculum. The print version of the catalog, which is also posted online, may differ from this information.