Bachelor of Health Sciences
A flexible, interdisciplinary degree that prepares you for the future of health.
Health is changing and so is the way we prepare future health leaders.
The Bachelor of Health Sciences is an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree that gives you a broad understanding of health while allowing you to explore the areas that matter most to you. Drawing on expertise from across the University of Alberta's College of Health Sciences, you'll develop the knowledge, skills and flexibility to pursue professional programs, graduate studies, research or a wide range of careers across the health sector.
Whether you're interested in public health, innovation, emerging areas of health, or pursuing further study in medicine, rehabilitation, or research, you'll have the flexibility to explore your interests.
Why choose the Bachelor of Health Sciences?
The future of health extends beyond any single profession.
The Bachelor of Health Sciences prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills and perspectives to understand health from multiple viewpoints and contribute to improving the health of individuals, communities and populations.
What makes this degree different?
Rather than focusing on a single discipline, the Bachelor of Health Sciences brings together expertise from across the College of Health Sciences to help you understand the bigger picture.
You'll learn alongside experts from multiple disciplines while building an education that's tailored to your interests and career goals.
Build your own pathway
The Bachelor of Health Sciences combines a shared interdisciplinary foundation with opportunities to personalize your learning through:
- Concentrations
- Electives
- Experiential learning
- Research opportunities
- Future pathway options
Where can this degree take you?
The future of health is evolving.
Pursuing a BHSc will open the door to a wide range of futures across the health sector, including roles in public and community health, health administration and management, health policy and advocacy and health data analysis. Specific careers include:
- Public Health Coordinator
- Mental Health Programs Consultant
- Health Information Management Practitioner
- Behavioural Health Consultant
- Family School Liaison
- Clinical Advisor
- Community Wellness Manager
The BHSc is an alternative route for those with the ultimate goal of pursuing health-related professional programs, such as the following:
- Medicine
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Pharmacy
The future of health needs people who see the whole picture.