Programs of Study

• Health Science
• Pre-Occupational Therapy
• Pre-Physical Therapy
• Rehabilitative Services

Health Science

The Health Science track in the Bachelor of Health Science Program is designed for students whose career goal is to work in health care, particularly for those who want to become health care providers. Didactic and experiential activities are incorporated into the curriculum in order for students to learn foundation skills necessary for success in the dynamic health environment. Students have the opportunity to learn about the health care system, different diseases and disabilities, the role of the health care provider in prevention and treatment, health-related research, effective leadership, patient provider , communication, and critical thinking skills important to clinical problem solving, bioethical and legal issues impacting health care, and alternative health care delivery models, including telehealth. Students complement core courses with electives, rounding out the student's academic skills and interests.

Upon successful completion of the Health Science track, students receive a Bachelor of Health Science degree. Students may pursue graduate/professional training in a health field (e.g. occupational therapy, physical therapy, medicine, physician assistant, health administration, dentistry, public health, etc.) or seek employment in hospital or related community organizations.

Course Sequence

The following course sequence permits completion of general education requirements and health science prerequisites. The health science track accepts AP or IB credit for one prerequisite course only. All other prerequisite courses must be completed with grades at the University level. Please refer to the preprofessional specialty tracks for OT and PT within health science, which are included on the following pages, if you are interested in one of those disciplines as a career. The specialty tracks are designed to include the prerequisites needed for the graduate level/ professional programs at UF in addition to the prerequisites for health science. Please consult a college advisor if you need assistance or have questions about a specific course schedule.