Health Studies University of Manitoba
About this Program
Level: Bachelor of Health Studies
Discpline: Sociology
Length: 8 semesters
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Program Description
The Bachelor of Health Studies program is a 4-year degree program that integrates social science concepts, such as sociology and economics with science concepts, such as biology and metabolism. The integration supports the promotion of health by creating a new understanding among graduates of the determinants of health and how these determinants influence the health of individuals, families, and communities, as well as health services. This degree combines knowledge from science and social science disciplines in their content and learning The Bachelor of Health Studies degree prepares students to work in a large variety of agencies and businesses that plan or deliver health related service and products, a foundation for careers in health care teams and community health management.
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Study and Work in Canada
Full-time undergraduate and post-graduate international students can work anywhere on or off campus without a work permit. The rules around the number of hours a student will be allowed to work may vary based on the country the student chooses to study in. International students are typically able to work up to 20 hours a week.