Health SciencesBachelor of Science

Offering a variety of course delivery methods and multiple entry points throughout the academic year, the Health Sciences program at APU is a fit for first time freshmen, transfer students, and working professionals. Within the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, students may choose to pursue one of four concentrations: Pre-Health, Pre-Nursing, Behavioral Health, or Healthcare Management. Depending on the concentration area, courses may be offered on campus, by distance delivery, or a hybrid delivery. APU also offers both daytime and evening course offerings depending on the pathway and program requirements. A first-time freshmen student with full-time enrollment status each semester, can expect to complete their degree in 8 semesters across four years.

Major Studies for Health Sciences students include:

• Contemporary Issues in Healthcare
• Culturally-Responsive Healthcare and Health Systems
• Research Methods in Health & Behavioral Science

For students pursuing the Pre-Health concentration, coursework includes Human Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, and Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry. Healthcare Management students will pursue topics related to the Healthcare Industry, Finance & Accounting, Legal & Ethical Issues in Healthcare, and Healthcare Information, Management, Licensing & Accreditation.

The Behavioral Health concentration is for current Behavioral Health Aides who may transfer coursework earned through Ilisagvik College into APU’s Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program.