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Jul 04, 2025
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Xavier University Catalog 2025-2026
Health Science, A.S.
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The AS in Health Science introduces principles of human biology to students and helps to prepare them for future clinical careers in allied health and health. It includes an introduction to foundational concepts of human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, psychology and sociology, medical terminology, and electives chosen in consultation with an adviser.
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Requirements for the Health Science Major
At least 60 credits are required for the degree. Health Science Requirements
31 credit hours Independent Study on Career Planning
Biology Electives
12 credit hours from: Notes
- A 2.000 cumulative GPA average must be attained in program courses.
- Students aiming to later go on to Nursing should take BIOL 140-143 and BIOL 200-201, as well as General Psychology. Students aiming to later go on to degrees requiring graduate school should take CHEM 160-163, Human Physiology and General Psychology.
- Consult with the pre-professional health adviser about all health professional plans.
TOTAL Minimum Hours Required for Degree: 60 Semester Hours
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