Overview

The Health Sciences major at Duquesne University will provide students with the skills needed to both conduct comprehensive health, wellness and fitness assessments, and develop programming to address the needs of clients, patients and populations. Furthermore, our students will be equipped to assess the outcomes associated with these intervention strategies and prepared to implement changes accordingly.

Career

Hospital/Medical Setting - Cardiac rehabilitation,health care facility management, mental health & wellness
Industrial/Corporate Setting - Ergonomics, worksite safety, counseling & education, wellness, medical sales
Athletic/Fitness Setting - Performance enhancement, strength and conditioning, exercise/fitness/wellness, exercise physiology, nutrition
Public Sector - Public health, health education, community health
Administrative Setting - Health informatics, marketing and public relations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cells, Genetics, Development
Diversity, Ecology, Evolution
Anatomy & Physiology
Chemistry
Strength & Conditioning Across Populations
Kinesiology & Functional Biomechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 1571 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application
Transcripts:
Original or attested copies of official academic records from the last four years of your education.
Credentials should be submitted in the native language with certified English translations and sent directly from the school and/or university you attended.
At least one letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to both your academic and personal strengths
Submit a personal statement of at least 300 words which answers the following questions and includes examples of research, shadowing or volunteering experiences:
What is unique about you?
Why have you chosen this major?
How will Duquesne help you to achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals?
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Out-of-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Health Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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