Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science and Wellness at Xavier University provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in various healthcare fields. This unique program blends a strong science foundation with a holistic approach to well-being, offering specialized tracks to match students' interests.

Curriculum

The curriculum covers nutrition, behavior change, sociocultural health factors, lifespan health, and more, giving students a holistic understanding of well-being. The program includes hands-on learning experiences, such as internships and other experiential learning opportunities, to develop practical skills.

Sample Course Sequence

The sample course sequence illustrates class offerings for the Health Science and Wellness major. The sequence includes:

• First Year:
  • Fall:
    • BIOL 140: Human A&P I for Allied Health
    • BIOL 141: Human A&P I Lab Allied Health
    • ENGL 101: English Composition
    • THEO 111: Theological Foundations
    • Second Language I
    • HTHW 100: Intro to Health Professions
    • CORE 101: Goa I: Transition to Xavier
  • Spring:
    • BIOL 142: Human A&P II for Allied Health
    • BIOL 143: Human A&P II Lab Allied Health
    • CORE 100: First Year Seminar
    • CORE 102: Goa II: Beyond Your First Year
    • HESA
    • Second Language II
    • HTHW 160: Intro to Nutrition
• Sophomore Year:
  • Fall:
    • Chem 150: Physiological Chemistry
    • CHEM 151: Physiological Chemistry Lab
    • MATH 156/STAT 146: General Statistics/Introductory Biostatistics
    • PSYC 101: General Psychology
    • Historical Perspective
    • Health Science Track Course- 1 of 6
  • Spring:
    • HTHW 240: Research in Health Sciences
    • HTHW 250: Health Behavior Change
    • ENGL 205: Literature & Moral Imagination
    • HTHW 220: Interprofessional Experience 1
    • Health Sciences Track Course - 2 of 6
    • General Elective
• Junior Year:
  • Fall:
    • PHYS 140: Technical Physics
    • PHYS 141: Technical Physics Lab
    • PHIL 100: Ethics as Intro to Philosophy
    • Creative Perspective
    • HTHW 260: Sociocultural Aspects of Health
    • Health Sciences Track Course - 3 of 6
  • Spring:
    • Theological Perspective
    • HTHW 310: Lifespan Health & Intervention
    • PHIL 200: Philosophical Perspective Elective
    • Health Sciences Track Course - 4 of 6
    • General Elective
• Senior Year:
  • Fall:
    • Humanities Elective
    • HTHW 370: Professional Prep for Health
    • ERS Elective
    • Health Sciences Track Course - 5 of 6
    • General Elective
  • Spring:
    • HTHW420: Interprofessional Experience 2
    • HTHW 460: Capstone Internship/Research
    • CORE 499: Core Capstone
    • Health Sciences Track Course - 6 of 6
    • General Elective
    • General Elective

Sample Courses

• HTHW 100: Intro to Health Professions & Working Interprofessionally
• CLAS 240: World Mythology
• HTHW 310: Lifespan Health and Disease
• HTHW 370: Professional Preparation for Health Sciences

Clubs

• Institute for Healthcare Improvement Chapter
• Pre-Med Student Association
• Women in Healthcare

Related Programs

Related Majors

• BS in Exercise Science
• BS in Genetics
• BS in Health Administration
• BA in Medical and Health Humanities
• BS in Neuroscience
• BS in Pharmaceutical Science
• BSN (Nursing)
• BS in Psychology
• BSW (Social Work)

Related Minors

• Biomedical Sciences
• Forensic Science
• Health Services Administration
• Health, Ethics and Spirituality
• Social Work

Program Features

• A holistic approach to healthcare
• Define your healthcare career path
• Hands-on learning experiences
• Flexible pathways to success
• Jesuit Education

FAQ

• What career paths can I pursue with a Health Science and Wellness degree from Xavier?
  • Graduates are prepared for roles in health education, wellness promotion, community health, and non-clinical support roles within healthcare settings.
  • Some specific roles could include:
    • Employee Wellness Specialist
    • Health and Wellness Coach
    • Community Health and Wellness Director
    • University Wellness or Fitness Coordinator
    • Health Services Manager / Health Administrator (with further education/experience)
• Does the program include hands-on experience or internships?
  • Yes, hands-on experiences are a core component of the Health Science and Wellness program at Xavier.
• Is this program a good fit if I'm interested in healthcare but unsure of my specific career direction?
  • Absolutely! The Health Science and Wellness program is designed for students who are passionate about healthcare but still exploring their specific career path.

About Xavier University

Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."