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Biology: Human Health Studies (BA)

Biology: Human Health Studies (BA)
Requirements

Bachelor of Arts in Biology: Human Health Studies

Major Credits Required: 74 Credits

The Bachelor of Arts in Biology: Human Health Studies prepares students for advanced graduate studies in Physical or Occupational Therapy and for any number of related healthcare professions. This major provides a foundation in biological, physical, and social sciences essential for understanding human health and movement.

Students take core coursework in general biology, general chemistry, human anatomy and physiology, physics, cellular and molecular biology, and psychology, supplemented by specialized courses in neuroscience, biomedical ethics, and medical terminology. These courses align with prerequisites for Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) programs.

Students engage in pre-health professional seminars and elective practicum experiences, equipping them with practical skills and insights into healthcare careers.

To complete the bachelor's degree, students must complete a minimum total of 120 credits with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.

Preferred Admission at Hawaii Pacific University

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program at HPU accelerated two-year degrees. HPU current students and alumni are guaranteed an interview through the HPU ‘Ohana Prioritized Application Process. Any current student who has achieved 90 undergraduate credits towards their bachelor’s degree, HPU Graduate students, and HPU alumni who have fully completed their application file and meet the minimum program requirements qualify.

More information about HPU’s DPT and OTD programs can be found on HPU’s website:

Doctor of Physical Therapy: https://www.hpu.edu/gchs/dpt/

Doctor of Occupational Therapy: https://www.hpu.edu/gchs/otd/index.html

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students who major in Biology: Human Health Studies will:

  1. Apply the fundamental knowledge, principles, processes of the human body to solve physiological problems.

  2. Integrate advanced concepts across the breadth of human biology subject areas, including cellular, molecular, anatomy and physiology, and neurobiology. .

  3. Find, read, and evaluate published biological research from a variety of sources.

  4. Communicate scientific ideas effectively in written and oral formats with effective presentation techniques.

  5. Demonstrate an understanding of biomedical ethics.