Bachelor of Science in Health Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Health Studies prepares students for both clinical and non-clinical careers in one of the fastest-growing industries in the nation. Health Studies students study science and healthcare services and systems. With a strong foundation in health sciences, students graduate ready to join the workforce or pursue graduate or clinical studies.

Choose from two emphasis areas

General Health Studies Emphasis
Medical and Healthcare Science Emphasis

Emphasis Areas

Degree Coursework

Find a comprehensive list of courses and course descriptions for this degree in the Undergraduate Catalog.

General Health Studies Emphasis

The Bachelor of Science in Health Studies prepares you for both clinical and non-clinical careers in one of the fastest-growing industries in the nation. You will study science, healthcare services and systems, determinants of health, and collaborative strategies necessary to impact the health of patients and communities. With a strong foundation in health sciences, you will graduate ready to join the workforce or pursue graduate or clinical studies.

This emphasis provides a strong foundation in the field of health and wellness, and enables you to explore career options along the way.
Dive into the field of health and learn about human anatomy, medical terminology, healthcare delivery systems, disease and health-related ethics.
Tailor the degree to match your interests with your elective credits – or take prerequisites for professional programs (such as physician assistant and pharmacy school).
Combine the degree with a variety of certificates and/or minors, such as Global Health and/or Public Health, to concentrate your studies in an area of interest.

Potential Careers Include:

Healthcare Administration
Patient Navigator
Preparation for Professional/Clinical Programs (e.g. Physician Assistant, Pharmacy, Optometry)

General Health Studies Emphasis Courses

Questions?

Connect with an adviser to learn more about this program.

Medical and Healthcare Science Emphasis

Provides a strong foundation in health sciences, and a great fit if you are interested in healthcare – or becoming a healthcare provider.
Take classes exploring biology, chemistry, healthcare delivery systems, medical terminology and other foundational topics in health.
Check off a list of common prerequisite courses for professional programs (such as medical and dental school).

Questions?

Connect with an adviser to learn more about this program.

Potential Careers Include:

Laboratory Assistant
Research Analyst
Preparation for Professional Programs (e.g. Medical School, Dental School)

Medical and Healthcare Science Emphasis Courses

HIIM Emphasis Discontinued Fall 2024

The Health Informatics and Information Management Emphasis (HIIM) is being discontinued as of fall 2024. If you are a student that has already declared this emphasis area, you do not need to take any action. If you have questions, please reach out to SPPH Associate Director Jaime Sand at JaimeSand@boisestate.edu.

Change your Catalog Year

If you need to change your catalog year, please meet with your advisor to select a new catalog. Once you have determined your catalog, please fill out the Catalog Year Update Form and turn it into the Registrar’s Office.

Visit the Registrar for more info

Pre-Health Professional Pathways

Interested in medical, veterinary, physical therapy, or dental school — or more? The College of Health Science Advising office offers advising in several pre-health professional pathways. Learn more by visiting the Pre-Health Professional pathways website or schedule an advising appointment with one of the pre-health advisors.

COHS Student Services and Academic Advising

For undergraduate students interested in a Master of Public Health degree

ACCELERATED MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH DEGREE

Interested in pursuing a Master of Public Health Degree after graduating with your undergraduate degree? Start now and complete your Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Public Health degree in five years.

Learn more about the accelerated program

Bachelor of Science in Health Studies

Choose from two emphasis areas

Emphasis Areas

Degree Coursework

ACCELERATED MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH DEGREE

School of Public and Population Health