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Nov 12, 2024
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2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
Human Physiology (BS)
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Program Educational Goals
Human Physiology (B.S.)
- Demonstrate core knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, including the structure and function of major body systems.
- Integrate physiology from the cellular and molecular level to organ systems and organisms.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principle of homeostasis and be able to explain how physiological systems respond and adapt to external stressors including environmental factors and physical exercise.
- Apply knowledge and skills in physiology to clinically relevant problems.
- Effectively locate, read, evaluate, and communicate scientific information.
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Major Requirements:
Minimum grade of C-.
Second Writing Course
- A Second Writing Requirement approved by the College of Arts and Sciences. This course must be taken after completion of 60 credit hours, completed with a minimum grade of C-, and the section enrolled must be designated as satisfying the requirement in the academic term completed.
Academic Standards:
Students must demonstrate satisfactory progress towards the degree and must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 by the end of their 4th semester in order to remain in the program and earn a BS in Human Physiology. Students not meeting the minimum GPA requirement will be eligible to change into another major (e.g., BS in Kinesiology).
Electives
After required courses are completed, sufficient elective credits must be taken to meet the 120 credit requirements for the degree. Students interested in attending medical school are strongly encouraged to choose from a narrowed list of electives to fulfill admission requirements and prepare to take the MCAT. Students will be encouraged to consult with their advisor to receive a planning guide.
Credits to Total a Minimum of 120
Last Revised for 2020-2021 Academic Year
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