Bachelor of Health - Society and Health

Program overview

The Bachelor of Health is a unique interdisciplinary program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of health and wellness across various dimensions. This program emphasizes the importance of healthcare systems and offers in-depth training in specialized areas such as healthcare management, biomedical sciences, and health policy, along with the social determinants of health. Students will engage with pressing health issues and develop the necessary skills to address them effectively. This program not only prepares students for diverse careers in the health sector but also serves as a solid foundation for further professional or graduate studies.

Program structure

The Bachelor of Health program spans a 4-year period, during which students will engage in a variety of core and specialized courses. The program structure includes:

• Core courses covering biological and social determinants of health.
• Current health issues and health policy analysis.
• Management of healthcare services.
• Research methods and data analysis.

Students will also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on learning experiences through:

• Job-shadowing and internships starting from the first year.
• Practical lab experiences and community-based research assignments.
• A capstone course in the fourth year, where students collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to tackle critical health issues.

This program is designed to foster teamwork and collaboration, preparing students for real-world challenges in the health sector.

Featured Experiences

The Bachelor of Health program offers a variety of unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

• Hands-on learning through job-shadowing and internships in healthcare settings.
• Practical lab experiences that allow students to apply classroom knowledge.
• Community-based research assignments that connect students with local health issues.
• A multidisciplinary capstone course in the fourth year, where students work together to analyze and address critical health issues.
• Access to unique learning opportunities through partnerships with Dalhousie Medicine NB, Horizon Health Network, and New Brunswick Community College.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Health program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

• Health Policy Analyst: Analyze and develop policies to improve health outcomes and address health disparities.
• Health Program Development and Evaluation: Design and assess health programs to ensure they meet community needs.
• Employee Wellness Coordinator: Implement wellness programs in organizations to promote employee health and productivity.
• Community Health Educator: Educate communities about health issues and promote healthy behaviors.
• Patient Advocate: Support patients in navigating the healthcare system and accessing necessary services.
• Health Journalist: Report on health issues and inform the public about health-related topics.
• Human Rights Advocate: Work to ensure equitable access to healthcare for all individuals.

With further study, graduates may also pursue careers as:

• Teachers
• Lawyers
• MBA (Master of Business Administration)
• Medical Doctors
• Social Workers
• Graduate studies in Public Health, Population Health, Health Policy, or related fields.

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