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Bachelor of Science
(Pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, and allied health programs)
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 course work and national admissions 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 & molecular, genetics, and anatomy & 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
healthcare professions is highly recommended. Students will primarily observe
healthcare providers in medically-oriented institutions. The opportunity to
interact with elders in a practicum and to evaluate the physiological and psychological
impact of this interaction will be provided.
Division I: Science Core Program: 27 or 28 semester hours
BIO1210 Biology of Cells (4)
BIO3080 Nutrition and Health Promotion
(4)
CHM1310 General Chemistry I (4)
CHM1320 General Chemistry II (4)
MTH2210 Calculus I (4)
or
MTH2120 Calculus for Management and
Sciences (3)
or
MTH2700 Statistics for Research (3)
PHY2210 General Physics I (4)
PHY2220 General Physics II (4)
Division II: Required Courses: 25 semester hours
BIO2660 Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
BIO2670 Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
BIO2750 Health Professions Seminar
(2)
BIO3400 Genetics (4)
CHM2410 Organic Chemistry I (4)
CHM2420 Organic Chemistry II (4)
NSM4990 Senior Capstone in Natural
Sciences (3)
Division III: Selected Courses: Choose 12 semester hours from the following:
BIO3050 Pathophysiology (3)
*BIO3250 Vertebrate Biology (4)
BIO3260 Comparative Botany (4)
BIO3280 Microbiology (4)
BIO3360 Biogerontology (3)
*BIO3370 Conservation Biology (3)
BIO/CHM3380 Biotechnology (3)
BIO3450 Advanced Cell Biology (4)
*BIO3510 Ecology (4)
*BIO3520 Animal Behavior (3)
BIO3530 Evolution (4)
BIO/CHM3550 Biochemistry (3)
BIO3750 Biogerontology Practicum (2)
BIO3790 ACCA Affiliated Course (2-4)
BIO3810/4810 Selected Topic (2-4)
BIO3970 Research in Biology (1-4)
BIO4980 Independent Study (1-4)
PSY3380 Brain and Behavior (3)
*Students who are pre-veterinary are strongly encouraged to consider these courses
as part of their selected courses.
Posted
31 December 2003
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