Pictured | Jennifer Deranek, PhD, LAT, ATC | Western Michigan University, 2015 | Associate Dean, Vera Z. Dwyer School of Health Sciences; and Assistant Professor of Health Sciences
Divison of Health Sciences
Northside 448 | (574) 520-4405 | iusb.edu/bs-hs/index.php
Faculty
- Assistant Professor | Deranek
- Bicentennial Chair of Palliative and Supportive Care | Okanlami
- Clinical Associate Professor | Hatfield, Hopkins
- Clinical Assistant Professor | Doyle, Wenta
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences is a versatile degree that provides students with extensive preparation to work in any field that addresses people's health. The objective of this program is to address the needs of those students seeking a broad understanding of the science of human health and its application to their chosen career. It is housed in the College of Professional Studies, in the Vera Z. Dwyer School of Health Sciences at Indiana University South Bend. The degree will be delivered via traditional classroom and online format, including internships with local health agencies, and culminate in a seminar experience.
Additional Academic Requirements
Students must earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in all Health Sciences (HSC) required coursework.
During the program, students will complete Service Learning in Health Sciences, an internship-like course, requiring students to gain real-world experience in the community. Students are expected to collaborate with the course instructor to find a site based on their professional goals and should refer to the website for additional information: https://healthscience.iusb.edu/internships.html Enrollment in this course will require students to pay for a background check, supply evidence of CPR certification, and complete additional compliance requirements.
Undergraduate Degrees Offered
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences offers concentrations in:
The program also offers minors in: