Programs and Modules

Modules offered in the School of Health Studies

* Limited enrollment program. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Overview of Modules

Health Sciences -- Honors Specialization, Specialization, Major, Minor

These modules provide you with an opportunity to expand your knowledge in the interdisciplinary field of health.

Health Promotion

Over the last decade, many changes have been taking place in Canada's health field. The dynamic field of Health Promotion has been growing during this time, and is now a critical emphasis within the public and private sectors. Health Promotion, which can be described as 'making the healthier choice the easier choice', is a multi-dimensional field that requires knowledge in the social sciences and life sciences.

Health Sciences with Biology

Students will combine the core life sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology) with the holistic approach to health.

Community Rural Health Development

Student learning focuses on factors characterizing rural Canadian communities and compares these factors to those of selected international rural communities. Emphasis is placed on how the determinants of health such as economics, social support, employment, and health services identified by Health Canada affect the health of rural individuals. They study how Canadian and international rural communities have designed and implemented innovative rural health delivery models. Some have worked and others have not. Lessons from innovation and community development are learned.

Rehabilitation Sciences -- Honors Specialization, Major, Minor

These modules will provide students with an opportunity to understand the fundamental factors associated with identifying, treating, and rehabilitating members of society with a goal of improving qualify of life. Rehab Science explores the theories underlying rehabilitation of children and adults as well as studying the impact and effects of mental health, disease, and human movement. It is also the study of health and rehabilitation factors in the context of the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health.

Combined Degree Programs

Students may also pursue a combination degree program with a professional programs such as Business This combined program may take five years to complete. For more information contact a School of Health Studies Academic Counsellor.

Diploma and Certificate Programs

Clinical Trials Management
Grief & Bereavement Studies
Not-for-Profit Management
Occupational Health & Safety Management
Pedorthics

You must apply for admission to these programs and can be done on a part-time basis. Certificate programs may be completed while you are enrolled in a degree program, whereas diploma programs are normally done as a post-degree program. For more information you should visit Continuing Studies @ Western.

One-on-One Learning Opportunities

Practicum Courses (4900E, 4910F, 4910G)

These courses are open to 4th year BHSc students and must be in an area of health. (Special permission is not granted for non-BHSc students to enroll in these courses.) Some examples of placements are:

London Hospitals -- London Health Sciences Centre, St. Joseph's Health Centre, Parkwood Hospital
Canadian Centre for Activity & Aging
Not-for-Profit Organizations -- Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, Canadian Paraplegic Association, Canadian Diabetes Association, etc
Middlesex-London Health Unit
Long-term Care Facilities, Nursing Homes, Retirement Communities
Canadian health Information Management Association
Ontario Telemedicine Network
Early Childhood Education Centres
"Breakfast for Kids", YMCA, Boys & Girls' Club, after-school program

Please keep in mind that you must find your own practicum placement and it must be in a health-related environment. You are expected to make the connection and obtain the placement by contacting the community organization. You will be unable to add these courses until you have an approved practicum. The office will add the course for you once your practicum is approved.

Application Deadline: August 1 (for HS 4900E and 4910F) and November 1 (for HS 4910G). Space is limited! You will be notified via email if we are unable to accommodate your application.

Download APPLICATION FORM (You MUST be in an Honors BHSc degree to apply)

Independent Study Courses (4990F, 4991G)

The Independent Study course is designed to afford you an opportunity to (a) explore in more depth or detail an area to which the student has been introduced in a previous course or (b) explore an area which has not been part of the curriculum but which has been mentioned by an instructor or which the student came across during library research. Your independent study must be in the area of health.

It is designed to provide you an opportunity to pursue further study in an area in which you have a particular interest. It is NOT to provide research assistance to a faculty member. The goal of providing a high quality learning experience in tune with the genuine interests and needs of the student shall be paramount. In other words, your independent study must relate to what you are studying in health sciences.

Before submitting your application, it is always recommended to talk to a faculty member first. That person will help you refine your proposal so it is a manageable topic. For a list of faculty research interests in the School of Health Studies, click here.

Independent studies are available to 4th year honors BHSc students. (Special permission is not granted for non-BHSc students to enroll in these courses.) Once approved, you will be added to the course automatically. Should there be a problem with your proposed plan, we will be in touch with you. Please make sure you have created room in your schedule for the office to add this course.

Application Deadline: September 6 (for first term) and December 5th (for second term). Space is limited

Download APPLICATION FORM (You MUST be in an Honors BHSc degree with a minimum average of 75% to apply)

Dean's Honour List Certificates

Undergraduate students with outstanding academic records are named to the Dean’s Honors List in May and August of each year. This list contains the names of students in a BHSc degree who meet the qualifications as stated in the current Western Academic Calendar. Students who are eligible for this list are notified by the Faculty of Health Sciences Dean's Office when the certificates are ready to be picked up. You will be able to pick up your certificate in HSB room 200.

Other Useful Resources

By visiting Western’s Student Services website, you will find services, application, personal information, along with connections to other services offered to help you during your time here at Western. You will also find links to Western’s Student Development Services and Housing. Western’s Homepage will give you useful resources including links to all the Libraries, Faculties (including the Affiliated University Colleges). If you are interested in participating in extra curricular activities why not check out the clubs or athletics. You may even want to be involved with the Faculty of Health Sciences Student Council (or the School of Health Studies Student Council).