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The Department of Health Sciences at Laurier is designed for students interested in pursuing postgraduate opportunities in health-related fields.
Students will approach the study of health through a combination of fundamental courses in biology, chemistry, psychology and math, as well as applied social sciences health courses. Exposure to health care practitioners and applied researchers will lend relevance and scope to the academic curriculum.
From day one, students incorporate a health and wellness perspective into their studies. As the program progresses, students will develop their scientific investigative techniques, communication skills, critical thinking, core competencies in the foundational and applied health sciences, and the application of skills and knowledge in research and practice. Students will also gain hands-on laboratory and practical experience.
The Department of Health Sciences will prepare students to identify and address complex health challenges through innovative research and the dissemination of knowledge for the purpose of improving human health and well-being. Our graduates will be equipped with skills to integrate knowledge by applying diverse perspectives and approaches to develop solutions in local, Canadian and global contexts.
Through critical thinking and the application of experimental and observational scientific methodologies, the Department of Health Sciences will:
Upon graduating from the program, students should have acquired the ability to:
Make the most out of your university career by taking advantage of all that Laurier has to offer you. Explore the Health Sciences experience and career guide to learn ways you can extend your classroom experience into the world and the career opportunities available to you.
Contact Us:
Health Sciences
E:
healthsciences@wlu.ca
T:
1-548-889-3714
Office Location: Bricker Academic Building, BA534, Waterloo Campus
Office Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm (In person)
Tuesday, Friday
8:30 am to 4:40 pm (Working remotely)