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Bachelor of Science in Health Science Paying For School

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

Paying For School

Northampton University (USA) is able to offer our students an online degree tuition-free because of our unique model of online higher education. Our minimal processing fees help to maintain our tuition-free online degree structure—allowing all qualified students to receive their online degree without educational instruction expenses, course material or annual enrollment fees. We ask for a non-refundable Application Fee of $60 and Assessment Fee of $100 per exam [not in one full payment but at the time of each exam] which can be covered by numerous grants and scholarships.

 

The estimated total fees for the Bachelor’s degree are as follows: $3,960 

 

Cancellations Policy

A student has the right to cancel this Agreement in any manner and at any time. Cancellation is effective five (5) days after the University receives notification of a student’s cancellation. During this time, you may notify the University that you no longer wish to cancel this Agreement. Notice of Cancellation is effective if it shows that the student no longer wishes to be bound by this Agreement or to continue their attendance at the University. If the student cancels this Agreement, the student shall not be liable to the University and the University shall refund any money paid through attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later, excepting any non-refundable fees.

 

Refund Policy

Students who drop or withdraw from a course within the required deadline are not required to pay the Assessment Fee. 
 
The Application Fee is nonrefundable except in instances when applicants withdraw their application for admission before an admissions decision is made. Applicants may write a formal request for a refund of the Application Fee to their personal advisor. If approved, refunds will be available to the applicant within 30 days of the submission of the formal request and the refund will be issued using the same payment method used by the applicant to pay the fee. 
 
Students who remain in their course beyond the course withdrawal deadline are not eligible for a refund of the Assessment Fee. The Assessment Fee is only refundable in instances where the University has canceled a student’s course or if the student’s work was not assessed at all during the course.

Bachelor of Science in Health Science Transferability

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

Transferability

Transferring Credits to Northampton University (USA) :

Students and applicants at Northampton University (USA) have the option of transferring credits toward their degree programs at Northampton University (USA) .

For undergraduate degree programs Northampton University (USA) may award the transfer of up to 50% of the required program credits. In special cases, Northampton University (USA) may choose to make an exception – allowing for up to 75%. 

This means that students can transfer no more than 90 toward the completion of a Bachelor’s degree.

 

Transferring Credits from Northampton University (USA) to Other Institutions:

The transferability of credits and credentials is at the complete discretion of the institution to which you seek to transfer, and may include a transfer fee.

Bachelor of Science in Health Science Admission Requirements

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

Admission Requirements

As an accredited University, Northampton University (USA) has a number of requirements for all potential applicants, to help maintain a strong, intellectual student body.

To meet admission requirements, applicants must:

  • Be 16 years old or older
  • Be able to demonstrate high school completion
  • Have English proficiency

To apply for admissions consideration to Northampton University (USA) , applicants must complete an online application, including payment of a 60$ non-refundable Application Fee.

 

Non-Native English Speakers

In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers, or did not complete their high school education in an institution where the primary language of instruction is English, are required to provide proof of English proficiency during their application process. Should applicants be unable to provide proof of English proficiency, they will need to successfully complete a Northampton University (USA) English course before proceeding to Northampton University (USA) Foundations.

 

Entrance Exams

Entrance-exams are not required for admission – this means that you do not need to submit any standardized test scores in order to be accepted to the online degree program at Northampton University (USA) in Computer Science.

 

Foundations Courses

In order to be accepted to an undergraduate degree program, students must successfully complete the Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses. The Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses are designed to equip students with the necessary skills needed to thrive in their academic degree studies. Once students have successfully passed the Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses, and sent their proof of high school completion document, they may continue as degree students at Northampton University (USA) in their desired undergraduate degree program. The Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses count towards the associate’s and bachelor’s degree credit requirements.

 

Submitting Proof of High School Completion

Submitting proof of high school completion may be satisfied during your first term at Northampton University (USA) through the submission of:

  1. official diploma (or transcript showing graduation) sent directly to Northampton University (USA) (either mailed or submitted online); or

  2. a photocopy of the original diploma (or transcript showing graduation) certified by a notary sent directly to Northampton University (USA) (either mailed or submitted online); or

  3. if an applicant, such as a refugee or asylum seeker is unable to provide the documents listed above, the applicant shall take an Ability to Benefit test approved by the US Department of Education. 

Sending Documentation

For the quickest processing of your application materials, it is advised to send your documents electronically directly to your admissions advisor or to admissions@northampton.ac

Refugees and Asylum-Seekers who are unable to produce original diplomas and/or transcripts may submit alternative documentation.

Bachelor of Science in Health Science Program Goals

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

Program Goals

Within the context of each, students are provided with the opportunity to acquire relevant skills and knowledge.

The program has three overarching goals.

1. Provides an understanding of the social and biological causes of health and illness.

  • Explain human anatomy and physiology
  • Categorize the most commons forms of morbidity (i.e., illness or other health disability), their prevalence, causes and treatments
  • Read, analyze and interpret health data
  • Characterize the social and behavioral determinants of physical health
  • Describe the microbiological and molecular bases of human disease and its transmission
  • Place human development in context
  • Gain a holistic view of the determinants of mental health and psychopathology (B.S. level)

2. Covers the knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively within the context of disease prevention and

the promotion of health.

  • Understand the principles of goal setting and of monitoring, mentoring and motivating patients and communities, in general
  • Identify and analyze health problems and challenges and opportunities in their communities and formulate recommendations for courses of action
  • Utilize team building skills to lead and/or co‐lead collaborative projects to accomplish group

    goals (B.S. level)

  • Apply the basic principles of organizational theory to the relationship between health care

    and health (B.S. level)

3. Develops an understanding of the role of policy, ethics and resources in the management of prevention programming and health service delivery.

  • Demonstrate how health policies can leave a lasting effect on society and how some portions of society may be differentially affected
  • Design ways to overcome stigma related to health conditions Analyze ethical issues encountered in fostering disease prevention and the promotion of health as they can affect individuals as well as communities

    (B.S. level)

  • Formulate responses to ethical and legal concerns relating to health service provision as well as health and medical research (B.S. level)

[Note: The Associate of Science degree level has many goals in common with the Bachelor of Science degree level. This reflects the fact that students at the Associate’s level complete the same Year 1 and Year 2 program requirements. Because students at the Bachelor’s level then complete additional requirements in the major, they are expected to achieve these goals at a higher developmental level.]

Bachelor of Science in Health Science Overview

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science is an accredited online degree program, training students for exciting careers in healthcare, community organizing, and education. The program takes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing knowledge from many areas of study including public health, healthcare, bioethics, and mental health.  Students will learn about disease prevention, community health, nutrition, and how different healthcare systems operate.

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science emphasizes the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to function in today’s complex and evolving health care environment. Through a balance of theory and practice, the Bachelor of Science in Health Science introduces students to the interdisciplinary expertise needed to support individual well-being and contribute to the prevention of disease and the improvement of societal health. The program provides an understanding of community and public health theories and models and their application to real-world situations.

Each student will be connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who will remain with them until graduation. The student’s personal Program Advisor acts as his/her support system throughout their studies. The personal Program Advisor will be happy to answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student’s studies.