The Health Studies (Hons) Bachelors Degree at Queen's University is designed for students passionate about understanding the multifaceted factors influencing physical, mental, and social well-being. You will delve into critical areas such as the social determinants of health, health promotion strategies, health policy analysis, and epidemiology, drawing heavily from social science disciplines. This undergraduate program encourages you to challenge conventional thinking and critically examine health through lenses of social justice, politics, and culture, equipping you with essential analytical skills for a meaningful career in the health sector.
This full-time, on-campus program is studied over four years, offering a progressive journey through the discipline. You will engage with foundational concepts in your first year, deepen your understanding through specialized courses and practical experiences like the Community Based Practicum in your second year, and refine your focus through research-based and seminar courses in your final year. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of health, prepared for diverse career pathways in public health, health policy, community development, and further postgraduate study.