Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Sciences
Are you interested in health care and want to make a difference in the world?
With a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences major, the opportunities are endless. The BSHS program at MVNU is designed for the individual who desires a career in a healthcare-related service area.
For a student still determining the healthcare field they want to pursue, MVNU’s interdisciplinary major provides diverse opportunities to explore many different healthcare arenas. Students planning to pursue a particular healthcare profession requiring graduate school can gain a solid foundation for their graduate program and complete prerequisite coursework required for graduate school applications.
Areas of concentration include natural sciences, social sciences, health sciences, and business. Advisors work with individual students to customize remaining coursework for their major, based on healthcare areas in which they are most interested. Senior BSHS students participate in a hands-on practicum experience with community partners.
Health Sciences Curriculum
Health Sciences is a very versatile major, leaving majors with multiple options for additional areas of study. The following lists demonstrate additional fields students have chosen to add to their Health Sciences major:
Double Majors:
Health Sciences + Psychology
Health Sciences + Exercise Sciences
Health Sciences + Math
Health Sciences + Business Administration
Health Sciences + Environmental Science
Health Sciences + Marketing
Minors:
Psychology
Business Administration
Business Management
Sports Management
Criminal Justice
Christian Ministries
Exercise Science
Pathways:
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Chiropractor
Faith & learning at MVNU
At MVNU, our Christian faith is at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s opening class with prayer, diving into Scripture, or examining real-world moral and ethical challenges, we’re committed to shaping students who live out their faith with purpose. Here, you won’t just learn — you’ll be transformed.
Travel
Our travel and study afar programs are more than just an opportunity to see the world — they’re a chance to grow in your faith while experiencing new cultures. Whether you’re serving in communities across the U.S. or learning abroad, each journey is designed to broaden your perspective, deepen your compassion, and equip you to live out your callings in a global context — all while adding valuable experience to your résumé.
Service Learning:
- Belize
- Swaziland
- Haiti
- Croatia, Austria & Hungary
- Italy
- Spain, Portugal & France
- Greater Columbus Area
- Orlando
- San Francisco
- New Orleans
- Washington, D.C.
- Guyana
- Guatemala
Scholarships for Health Sciences Majors
Need a little help with finances? We’ve got you covered. Explore scholarships, grants, and other resources to help you pay for your education.
Careers
MVNU students with a BSHS receive preparation for careers in many areas, such as:
COMMUNITIES
Become a community health worker, a community organizer, or a non-profit leader
TECHNICAL ROLES
Get into health informatics or other health care technical occupations.
PATIENT CARE
Become a patient care advocate, research associate, long-term care specialist, or health educator in a healthcare environment.
CORPORATE
Serve in health insurance companies, healthcare management, pharmaceutical, or medical sales capacities.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Inform public health policy with accurate facts, data, and research.
Professional graduate programs BSHS graduates have pursued Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Healthcare Administration, Athletic Training, and more. Graduates of the BSHS program will find widespread local, national, and global opportunities.
Meet the Faculty
Learn from faculty members who know how to balance theory and practical application for a relevant, empowering, Christ-centered learning experience.
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