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Health Sciences: Generalist

Build an interdisciplinary health sciences degree around the issues and career directions that interest you most. The Generalist option combines a broad health foundation with flexible coursework in communication, public health, human services, nutrition, sociology and related fields.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 46 in Major
Careers
Specialists, Workers
Health Sciences: Generalist students at EIU

Why Study Health Sciences: Generalist at EIU?

  • Build a broad foundation in science, medical terminology, psychology, sociology and public health.
  • Customize your studies through electives in communication, human services, nutrition and related fields
  • Study research methods, health literacy, professional communication and community needs
  • Connect courses from several disciplines to create a degree that supports your interests
  • Test possible career directions and build experience through a health-related internship
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"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
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Hands-On Experience

  • Complete an internship related to your developing health sciences interests
  • Use research methods to investigate health questions and community needs
  • Practice communicating health information clearly to different audiences
  • Explore applied topics across public health, human services, nutrition and communication
  • Work with an advisor to connect electives and experiences into a purposeful plan
Hands-On Experience, Health Sciences: Generalist students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Health-related work often crosses the boundaries between science, communication, public health, human services and community support. EIU’s Health Sciences: Generalist option gives students a broad interdisciplinary foundation while allowing them to choose courses that support their individual interests.

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$57,960
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Health Education Specialists
  • Community Health Workers

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
aagray@eiu.edu
1046 Klehm Hall
217-581-5310
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Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
4303 Klehm Hall
217-581-5761
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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