The Health Humanities, BA at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers a unique interdisciplinary pathway for students passionate about understanding health and healthcare through the lens of the humanities. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are exploring a health-related career but seek a holistic perspective that goes beyond pure science, focusing on how art, history, psychology, ethics, and theology inform our understanding of health, healing, and illness. You will develop crucial skills in moral reasoning, active listening, rhetorical awareness, and critical thinking, preparing you to address complex real-world healthcare challenges with empathy and insight.
This program is studied full-time on campus over four years, providing a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. You will actively develop cultural sensitivity and interpersonal skills through coursework and practical application, preparing for diverse professional roles. The curriculum emphasizes active listening, perspective-taking, and professionalization through self-reflection and presentation. Graduates of the Health Humanities BA are well-prepared for graduate studies in medicine or public health, as well as careers in patient advocacy, health education, social work, and public policy, equipped with the compassionate and ethical approach demanded in contemporary healthcare.