Overview

The Health Studies program at Walden University is for you if you’re passionate about improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities.

Walden’s Bachelor of Science in Health Studies program empowers you with the knowledge and skills to help others shape a healthier future. A BS in Health Studies degree prepares students for increasing responsibility in nonclinical careers in fields ranging from public health to health education. Apply what you learn immediately to make a greater impact in your current job—or take the next step in your career.

Graduates of this health studies degree program will be prepared to:

Evaluate health and wellness promotion initiatives.
Critically appraise the context and quality of healthcare delivery within and outside of the United States.
Evaluate health-related research and research methods.
Explain how a variety of factors (including behavioural theories, social and cultural factors and epidemiological principles) impact health.
Assess public and global health issues across class, race, ethnicity, and culture.
Demonstrate the skills needed to create effective health programs and services (inclusive of program planning, healthcare management, and program evaluation).

Demonstrate effective communication skills necessary to advance social change in health education and promotion.

Career

As the population ages, the demand for healthcare services is greater than ever. Healthcare jobs are predicted to surge 18% through 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. In fact, this industry is expected to create more jobs than any other occupational group—approximately 2.4 million.

Walden’s BS in Health Studies program can prepare you for roles in a range of settings. Career options include:

Health promoter/health advisor
Community health worker
Worksite wellness coordinator
Teacher/coach
Lifestyle coach
Pharmaceutical/medical salesperson

Potential settings in which you could work with a health studies degree include:

City, state, or national government health programs
Community health programs
Health and wellness facilities
Health-based foundations
Hospitals and clinics
Medical diagnostic laboratories
Nursing and residential care facilities
Recreation and therapeutic facilities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Living and Learning in the Technological World
Context of Healthcare Delivery
Behavioural and Cultural Issues in Healthcare
Public and Global Health
Strategies for Health Communication and Wellness
Planning Public Health Programs

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

181 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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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

Admission is considered for adult students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Admission requirements vary by program and degree level. You may need to supply additional information for certain programs and/or degrees.

Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date
English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
Completed application
Current résumé, when applicable
Access to a computer and the Internet
As an international applicant, you must have your transcript evaluated to determine the academic equivalency to U.S. educational standards

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15837 USD / year

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Out-of-State

15837 USD / year

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In-State

15837 USD / year

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