This field of study provides a unique opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in such fields as health policy, scientific writing, biomedical research, pharmaceutical and medical technology management, public health, and other science-based health-related professions.

This major is also ideal for students who wish to pursue graduate education in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, veterinary medicine, and other biomedical sciences.

Distinguished from a traditional biology major, the Department of Human Science allows students to study the application of scientific discoveries in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics to human health.

Students also study genetics, immunology, biotechnology, microbiology, pharmacology and pathophysiology.