Coursework in this health sciences degree equips you with advanced knowledge in scientific research and the study of health, including how to improve health outcomes. Throughout your studies, you’ll also gain knowledge of basic data statistics, the U.S. health care system, current health challenges and more. Due to the broad nature of this discipline, you’ll be prepared to pursue a range of careers in health, health administration and public health fields upon graduation.
Focus your studies with one of five focus areas
While this program doesn’t lead to licensure, it allows you to specialize in an emerging and important aspect of the health sciences field with one of five focus areas, including:
- Community-based health outcomes: Assess disparities in health care, their causes and the impact of health education and promotion on population health.
- Health and media focus: Learn how to utilize media to improve health literacy through science-based communication, while learning to identify and avoid misinformation.
- Health legislation and regulation: Evaluate how health care is impacted by government policy, law, economics, and management.
- Integrative care: Examine the areas of complementary health care, wellness, and the prevention of chronic disease.
- Mental and behavioral health: Explore how mental and behavioral health impact overall well-being, as well as how mental illness and substance abuse are treated in the U.S. health care system.
You’ll have the opportunity to explore each focus area before choosing one to help you prepare for a career that meets your interests. This program culminates in an internship, allowing you to gain hands-on experience.
Choose the right health-focused program for your career goals
This bachelor’s in health sciences prepares you for a variety of career paths, such as medical and health service management, social services, patient advocacy and more. An additional health science program offering includes:
- Bachelor of Science in health sciences with a concentration in healthy lifestyles and fitness science: This program better prepares you for careers in health and wellness coaching and fitness science fields. Throughout this concentration, you’ll focus on motivating healthy change, understanding health behaviors and guiding others to achieve their goals.
Have you earned, or are you planning to earn, an Associate of Applied Science? If so, ask your ASU Online enrollment coach about transferring into the Bachelor of Applied Science in health sciences.
The need for passionate health professionals continues to grow. If you’re interested in improving health outcomes through administration, education or research, Arizona State University's online Bachelor of Science in health sciences may be a great fit. In this program, you’ll choose from five distinct focus areas to fit your interests and gain hands-on experience through experimental learning.
Courses in this online health sciences degree equip you with important critical thinking and leadership skills while increasing your knowledge of health care and its current challenges. As part of this program, you’ll choose a focus area from one of the following: community-based health outcomes; health and media; health legislation and regulation; integrative care; or mental and behavioral health. You'll also participate in experimental learning, allowing you to explore your health-related interests. The flexibility in your courses and experimental learning will prepare you for a fulfilling career in an area you're passionate about.
The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:
- Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
- Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
- Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
- Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
In the College of Health Solutions, students learn and prepare to become the health workforce of the future. Faculty and students also collaborate to research solutions to pressing global health challenges. Partnerships with the medical community offer students access to professional resources and networking opportunities with Mayo Clinic, Banner Health, HonorHealth, Dignity Health and more.
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No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”