Health Science and Wellness
Bachelor of Science
Fall
- BIOL 140: Human A&P I for Allied Health............ 3cr.
- BIOL 141: Human A&P I Lab Allied Health............ 1cr.
- ENGL 101: English Composition............ 3cr.
- THEO 111: Theological Foundations............ 3cr.
- Second Language I............ 3cr.
- HTHW 100: Intro to Health Professions............ 3cr.
- CORE 101: Goa I: Transition to Xavier............ 0cr.
Spring
- BIOL 142: Human A&P II for Allied Health............ 3cr.
- BIOL 143: Human A&P II Lab Allied Health............ 1cr.
- CORE 100: First Year Seminar............ 3cr.
- CORE 102: Goa II: Beyond Your First Year............ 0cr.
- HESA: ............ 3cr.
- Second Language II............ 3cr.
- HTHW 160: Intro to Nutrition............ 3cr.
Fall
- Chem 150: Physiological Chemistry............ 3cr.
- CHEM 151: Physiological Chemistry Lab............ 1cr.
- MATH 156/STAT 146: General Statistics/Introductory Biostatistics............ 3cr.
- PSYC 101: General Psychology............ 3cr.
- Historical Perspective............ 3cr.
- Health Science Track Course- 1 of 6............ 3cr.
Spring
- HTHW 240: Research in Health Sciences............ 3cr.
- HTHW 250: Health Behavior Change............ 3cr.
- ENGL 205: Literature & Moral Imagination............ 3cr.
- HTHW 220: Interprofessional Experience 1............ 1cr.
- Health Sciences Track Course - 2 of 6............ 3cr.
- General Elective ............ 3cr.
Fall
- PHYS 140: Technical Physics............ 2cr.
- PHYS 141: Technical Physics Lab............ 1cr.
- PHIL 100: Ethics as Intro to Philosophy............ 3cr.
- Creative Perspective............ 3cr.
- HTHW 260: Sociocultural Aspects of Health............ 3cr.
- Health Sciences Track Course - 3 of 6............ 3cr.
Spring
- Theological Perspective............ 3cr.
- HTHW 310: Lifespan Health & Intervention............ 3cr.
- PHIL 200: Philosophical Perspective Elective ............ 3cr.
- Health Sciences Track Course - 4 of 6............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
Fall
- Humanities Elective............ 3cr.
- HTHW 370: Professional Prep for Health............ 3cr.
- ERS Elective ............ 3cr.
- Health Sciences Track Course - 5 of 6............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
Spring
- HTHW420: Interprofessional Experience 2 ............ 3cr.
- HTHW 460: Capstone Internship/Research............ 3cr.
- CORE 499: Core Capstone............ 0cr.
- Health Sciences Track Course - 6 of 6............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
HTHW 100: Intro to Health Professions & Working Interprofessionally
Introduction to allied health professions and the importance of working together collaboratively with an initial interprofessional experience.
CLAS 240: World Mythology
With a focus on cultural competence and the social determinants of health, students will learn about what makes us human and how to address this uniqueness in various settings.
HTHW 310: Lifespan Health and Disease
Students will examine the impact of physical activity and exercise on individuals across lifespan stages including those with chronic disease. This course prepares students to consider the differences in both fitness- and health-focused professions. Additionally, this course will provide an overview of health issues and disparities that affect special populations.
HTHW 370: Professional Preparation for Health Sciences
Students will learn about professional development, networking, branding and marketing themselves and social skills as needed in health and wellness.
Institute for Healthcare Improvement Chapter
This student-led organization is dedicated to improving healthcare quality and safety through workshops, seminars and discussions. Students from various healthcare disciplines (medicine, nursing, pharmacy, etc.) come together to foster collaboration and teamwork.
Pre-Med Student Association
The Pre-Med Student Association is a club for students interested in pursuing a career in the health professions. The club works to unite, educate and empower future health professionals by bringing in speakers and providing information about careers and insight from upperclassmen. There is also a Pre-Dental Society for students planning a career in dentistry.
Women in Healthcare
This club supports women in healthcare majors by creating opportunities for social, educational and personal growth.
Program Features
Our curriculum covers nutrition, behavior change, sociocultural health factors, lifespan health and more, giving you a holistic understanding of well-being.
Passionate about healthcare but still exploring your specific career path? Our program can help you discover where your talents and passions align.
Develop practical skills, including implementing health and wellness programs, through internships and other experiential learning opportunities.
Our program provides a flexible foundation for your goals, whether that’s pursuing graduate studies or working in health education, wellness, or non-clinical support roles.
Rooted in Xavier's Jesuit mission, the Health Science and Wellness program educates the whole person by blending scientific knowledge with ethical leadership, compassionate care and a commitment to social justice in health.
Through the Xavier University Mentor Program you'll be linked with professionals throughout your college experience. So you'll leave here not just with a degree, but also the skills and networking experience vital for personal and professional success.
FAQ
Go beyond traditional health studies with a holistic curriculum covering nutrition, behavior change and the social aspects of health. Learn more.Graduates are prepared for roles in health education, wellness promotion, community health, and non-clinical support roles within healthcare settings. It also provides a strong foundation for pursuing graduate studies in fields such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing or health services administration. Some specific roles could include:
- Employee Wellness Specialist
- Health and Wellness Coach
- Community Health and Wellness Director
- University Wellness or Fitness Coordinator
- Health Services Manager / Health Administrator (with further education/experience)
Health Science and Wellness Program at Xavier University
Xavier University's Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science and Wellness provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in a variety of healthcare fields. Explore our curriculum, learn from expert faculty, and discover the Xavier difference. Request more information today!
Xavier University's College of Professional Sciences prepares undergraduate and graduate students intellectually, morally and spiritually for careers and professions of service. CPS challenges students to strive for academic excellence and life-long learning through promoting collaboration and community partnerships, and incorporating research, scholarship and innovation.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."