Health Sciences, Biomedical Science Concentration Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a Health Sciences degree.The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BS in Health Sciences - Biomedical Science Concentration
120
A Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree requires 120 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Health Sciences - Biomedical Science Concentration
74
To qualify as a major, a minimum of 74 credits are required but may take up to 79 credits depending on elective selection. 30 credits are health core requirements, 23-28 are science core requirements and 6 credits are health science electives. 15 credits are required in the concentration.
General Education Credits Required for a BS in Health Sciences - Biomedical Science Concentration
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-111 Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| PIA 0501-101 General Psychology BS Health Sciences/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-112 General Chemistry Concentration/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| PIA 0501-114/116 Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| SPE 0876-109/SWK 0404-240 Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences Requirement |
4 credits |
| Global Awareness/Civic Engagement 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
- Visit Panther Palooza, Meet the Greeks, and Multicultural Expo to learn more about our student organizations
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
- Join a Greek Life/Social Felolowship Organization during your second semester.
- Engage in campus events and programs. Log on to Handshake and start developing your profile. Get to know your professors after class.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-111 Bio Concepts & Methods I Concentration Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0156-113/114/225A/PIA 0501-137 Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences/General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| HED 0834-205/ANT 0103-218 Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| SPE 0876-213B Working w/Diverse Populations BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| NUR 0302-206 Scholarly Writing Healthcare Prof. BS Health Sciences/eneral Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16-17 credits |
APrerequisite CSC 150 or CSC 171 & does not fill Q General Education Requirements
BCrosslisted with NUR 0302-213, PIA 0501-213 & SWK 0404-213
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-112 Bio Concepts & Methods II Concentration Requirement |
4 credits |
| Science Core Elective Select 1 course BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Communications Elective Select 1 course: oral General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Science Core Elective Select 1 course BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16-17 credits |
- Join Global Medical Brigades, check them out here!
- Attend Spirit Weekend! Enjoy the annual celebration of Adelphi Pride with your family.
- Participate in a Green Dot and Title IX training.
- Build your network by joining a professional organization in your field of study. Apply for a summer internship with the Jaggar Community Fellows Program.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-203 Human Anatomy & Physiology I BS Health Sciences Requirement |
4 credits |
| PHY 0156-111/113¹ Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences Requirement |
4 credits |
| PHI 0154-230/380² Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| HIN 0308-324 Technology Health Sciences BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
¹Course offered in SP only
²Humanities General Education Requirement
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-204 Human Anatomy & Physiology II BS Health Sciences Requirement |
4 credits |
| PHY 0156-112/114 Select 1 course from above Concentration Requirement |
4 credits |
| PUB 0304-301/302³ Select 1 course from above BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| Global Awareness/Civic Engagement 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
³Crosslisted with SOC 0170-345
- Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
- Volunteer in the Panther Pantry! Give back to the Adelphi community, learn more here!
- Apply to be an Resident Assistant!
- Get involved! Join the Chemistry Club and/or the Research-Pandemic Club.
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| HED 0834-373 Essentials of Healthful Living BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Health Sciences Elective Select 1 course BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 12 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-492 Directed Work Experience Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| Health Sciences Elective Select 1 course BS Health Sciences Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 12 credits |
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Join an honorary society in an area of interest. From transfer societies, service societies, and more, there is a place to ecognize your great achievements!
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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