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Disability and Chronic Illness (BHSc)

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School:Carleton University
Faculty:Faculty of Science
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Description:Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) concentration: Chronic illnesses and disabilities affect the quality of life of many people and include heart disease, cancer, chronic pain conditions, mental health problems and physical disabilities. Understand the biomedical, social and psychological basis of chronic illnesses and explore treatment strategies used to enable productive and healthy lives, as well as the ethical dilemmas affecting intervention
and treatment.

Our career-focused Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) provides the knowledge and skills you need to understand, participate and succeed in the rapidly evolving healthcare and research landscapes. Our strong partnerships with both the public and private sectors in the nation’s capital means that you will have unique access to organizations, agencies, research institutes and hospitals in the region. You’ll gain a strong foundation in the biological and biomedical mechanisms of human health and disease, as well as an in-depth understanding of the social, political and environmental determinants of health.

Your career The concentrations in the BHSc program will prepare you for a diverse array of health-related careers and will provide excellent preparation for professional schools, graduate training or health-related employment opportunities.
URL:Disability and Chronic Illness (BHSc) at Carleton University
Length:4 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*85 to 88
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Earth and Space Science  or  Grade12 Physics 
Calculus (MCV4U) is strongly recommended.
Application Notes : Students must demonstrate strong English language skills. For information on English language requirements for future international students, visit our website: https://admissions.carleton.ca/esl
Students beginning their studies with an English language requirement are not eligible for admission.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 27, 2024
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