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Western New England University's challenging Health Sciences program bridges classroom theory with hands-on lab experience. Through foundational and upper-level coursework in biology, chemistry, and physics, along with specialized health science subjects, you'll gain the qualifications to pursue graduate studies in medical fields or launch a science career. We're living in what's often termed the Biology Century - an era where scientific breakthroughs are transforming healthcare, disease research, and genetic understanding. Enhancing wellness and preventing illness affects not just people's lives but also global economic and social systems. By studying Health Sciences, you'll gain crucial insights into these vital relationships while preparing to contribute during this remarkable period of human advancement.
Your studies will delve into biological principles to grasp cellular and organismal structures and functions. The curriculum includes General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Calculus, Statistics, and Physics, complemented by liberal arts courses. Advanced electives cover specialized areas like Epidemiology, Nutrition, Regeneration, Microbiology, Environmental Health Factors, and Protein Misfolding's Disease Impacts. With significant laboratory components, you'll work in the state-of-the-art Center for the Sciences and Pharmacy facilities.