Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Overview

The Health Science program at NGU is designed to provide students with a comprehensive Christian education in the biological, social, and behavioral aspects of health and wellness. The program emphasizes a holistic approach to health that recognizes the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit, and the importance of evidence-based practice, research methods and critical thinking skills.

Two concentrations have been developed within the Health Science major to provide a more customized learning for students. The exercise science concentration has an emphasis on the physiological, biomechanical, and neurological principles that underlie human movement and exercise and sports performance The Health Promotion and Education concentration has an emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, program planning and evaluation, and community health.

In addition to coursework, students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through a variety of experiential learning opportunities, including internships, research projects, and community-based service-learning activities. These experiences will enable students to apply classroom learning to real-world situations and develop the skills necessary to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.

Overall, our Health Science program equips students to become transformational leaders in a wide range of careers in the healthcare, exercise, and sports performance fields. Graduates of our program are well-prepared to make meaningful contributions to the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities, and to pursue advanced study in health science or related fields.

Vascular Imaging and Cardiac Echocardiogram Leadership Program Articulation Agreement

NGU has partnered with Prisma Health to offer our Vascular Imaging and Cardiac Echocardiogram Leadership Program. Students transfer after their junior year to Prisma to begin this program which lasts approximately 18 months. Their coursework at Prisma Health transfers back to NGU thus satisfying their senior year coursework. Students will graduate with a BS in Health Science and certifications in Vascular Imaging and Cardiac Echocardiogram.

Mary Black Nursing Articulation Agreement

Accelerated B.S. in Nursing. Students transfer after their junior year to USC Upstate (up to five seats are reserved for NGU students) to begin this program which lasts approximately 18-24 months. Their coursework at Mary Black transfers back to NGU and satisfies their senior year of coursework. Students graduate with a BS in Health Science and BS in Nursing.

Degree Requirements

Core Curriculum

Required Courses

CHST-1301	Engaging the Biblical Narrative	3
CHST-1201	Interpreting the Biblical Text	2
CHST-1302	Integrating a Biblical Worldview	3
ENGL-1310	Composition and Rhetoric	3
ENGL-1320	Composition and Literature	3
HIST-1385	Western Civ in a Global Context Since 1517	3
PSYC-2310	Introduction to Psychology	3
COLL-1100	NGU 101	1
CSCI-1100	Computer Tech for Success	1
BIOL-1410	Principles of Biology I	4
BIOL-1411	Biology I Lab	0

Chemistry

Choose one course and corresponding lab from the list below. Second chemistry requirement will be determined based on selected course.

CHEM-1450	General Chemistry I	4
CHEM-1451	Chemistry Lab	0
CHEM-1480	Introductory Chemistry	4
CHEM-1481	Introductory Chemistry Lab	0