Arizona State University, USA, Tempe

Health Sciences, Bachelor

Course Highlights

The online BAS in health sciences degree at Arizona State University is ideal for people in health-related fields who have an associate of applied science (AAS) degree and want to earn their four-year degree.

Career Opportunities

The health and fitness field has many career options, so when you're trying to choose a career, you'll most likely want to first determine what type of degree you should pursue. Job options may differ if you earn an associate degree instead of a master's, for example. Some careers available within the health and fitness field include: Personal trainer Health club manager Wellness coach Athletic coach Fitness consultant Positions such as personal trainer, wellness coach, fitness consultant and athletic coach involve working directly with individuals to help them to improve their physical fitness for health or athletic performance. Health club manager and fitness club owner are business-related positions in which the work is mostly administrative.

Course Overview

This is a cross-disciplinary program designed to equip students with knowledge and skills that will position them for a range of career opportunities in health-related fields. Our graduates will be well prepared for success as managers in their original fields of expertise, such as Medical Radiology, Nuclear Medicine Technology and Histology Technology. Other career opportunities, depending upon the focus of original AAS study, include positions as health educators, elder services program coordinators, long-term care health and wellness coordinators, and community nutrition aides. Our students will also be uniquely qualified for graduate study in applied programs such as gerontology, family sciences and health education.

Subjects

Programme Structure Minors available: BUSINESS A minor in business is available to students across the university who are interested in business courses but wish to pursue majors in other colleges. The courses available for the minor are designed to appeal to and inform the non-business student while covering a broad range of topics that are important to managers, such as accounting, computer information systems, economics, finance, management, marketing, real estate and supply chain management. CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE The minor in criminology and criminal justice allows students in other undergraduate programs at ASU to explore issues of crime, law and the criminal justice system. The minor provides students with the tools to analyze complex issues and policies within the criminal justice system, enhancing students' ability to understand the nature of crime and the system response to law breaking. In addition to the three required courses, which provide a solid understanding of the field, each student will be able to select electives to meet his or her specific interests. Criminal justice majors cannot earn a minor in criminal justice. ENGLISH A minor in English will provide students with preparation for any profession requiring strong analytical and communication skills, including in careers in: publishing, journalism, public relations, nonprofit organizations, professional and technical writing, education, business, banking, grassroots activism, law, medicine, as well as numerous others throughout industry and government. The minor in English is delivered entirely online and serves as a complement to the chosen major of undergraduate students who are pursuing an ASU major online. FAMILY AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT A minor in family and human development, from the School of Social and Family Dynamics, exposes students to the basic course work and issues within the discipline. This program provides an exceptional balance to studies in psychology, communication, education, business or nursing. FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES The film and media studies minor is useful for students who want to explore the critical and creative study of film and media. Students can select to study a range of courses that emphasize media and society, media industries, styles and genres and screenwriting. HISTORY Students who pursue the minor in history study the growth and development of human society from all aspects political, social, economic and cultural. The school covers the history of Europe, the U.S., Asia, Latin America and Africa, and courses are designed to give students both breadth and depth in understanding today's complex world. JUSTICE STUDIES The minor in justice studies is designed for students interested in developing an understanding of meanings of justice and injustice and analyzing often controversial issues through critical inquiry and social science investigation. MEDIA ANALYSIS The mass media, more than ever before, plays a vital role in how information is disseminated and how societies are shaped and function. As traditional forms of media and information dissemination change rapidly in an increasingly technological world, it is more important than ever for students to understand the way that media work, as well as learn to evaluate the messages that are sent. All students can benefit from the study of mass communications institutions, functions and techniques. In this minor, students will learn to understand the roles that media play, how they are changing and their impact. They will be given the tools they need to critically evaluate, analyze and interpret media messages in order to become wise consumers of media themselves. PHILOSOPHY The minor in philosophy provides students with an understanding of philosophical inquiry and method. The minor offers an introduction to central themes both in the history of philosophy and in the current literature. Minor students have the opportunity to sharpen their critical reasoning skills while addressing profound questions regarding the nature of existence, knowledge, law, morality, politics and science. POLITICAL SCIENCE The minor in political science offers students exposure to skills and knowledge that help them participate effectively as citizens in a democratic political system and flourish in the rapidly developing globalization of the world's political institutions, cultures and economies. The minor aims to provide students with an introduction to the tools and skills necessary to make connections linking theory with real world problems and issues. PSYCHOLOGY The minor in psychology focuses on appreciating and understanding the human condition from a scientific, psychological point of view. Students completing the minor in psychology should possess breadth of knowledge pertaining to the major principles, theoretical approaches and findings in psychology. Students should also understand and be able to use basic research and quantitative methods in psychology and be able to gather and synthesize psychological findings. Finally, they should be able to understand the relevance and applicability of psychological principles, approaches and findings to individual, group and social issues. In so doing, they will be prepared as educated citizens to pursue productive careers and engage on a daily basis their increasingly complex, information-rich world. RELIGIOUS STUDIES A minor in religious studies encourages students to engage in a comparative, cross-cultural exploration of religions and cultures that complements a variety of undergraduate majors while promoting a deeper understanding of human nature and interaction. Students may pursue the minor in religious studies with regional, national, hemispheric, global and a variety of thematic emphases. SOCIOLOGY A minor in sociology from the School of Social and Family Dynamics exposes students to the basic course work and issues within the discipline. This program provides an exceptional balance to studies in psychology, communication, education, business and nursing. SPANISH Students pursuing a minor in Spanish gain an understanding of the language, literature and cultures of Spanish-speaking peoples and regions. There are opportunities to partake in study abroad programs, which can serve to enhance a student's minor experience and education. WOMEN & GENDER STUDIES The minor in women and gender studies provides students with an intensive interdisciplinary liberal arts education that enables them to write well, think critically and analyze problems effectively. Students take a variety of courses, including a capstone seminar requiring original research and writing plus an internship that helps them prepare for life after college. Original undergraduate research is encouraged, and some courses involve students studying community problems and formulating policy solutions.

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements To complete the application process, do the following: Go to the Degree Programs page on this site. Click on the degree in which you re interested. Select the term for which you want to apply and click "Apply Now." Submit the nonrefundable application fee ($65 for undergraduate, $70 for graduate.) Request to have your official transcript(s) mailed to ASU. Transcripts Official transcripts must be mailed directly to Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions by the records office of the issuing institution(s). ASU does not accept transcripts delivered by hand or fax. Please have your previous academic institution(s) mail your official transcript to the appropriate ASU mailing address: Undergraduate Admissions Arizona State University P.O. Box 872412 Tempe, AZ 85287-2412Arizona State University Graduate Enrollment Services Interdisciplinary Building B Wing, Room 170 P.O. Box 871003 Tempe, AZ 85287-1003

English Entry Requirement

This programme requires students to demonstrate proficiency in English.

Contact Details

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