Academic Transcripts (S.96-85, S.98-168)
A transcript is a copy of a student's permanent academic record at this University, duly certified by the Registrar and bearing the embossed seal of the University. A transcript is privileged information and is available only upon the written request and payment of the fee in effect at the time by the student.
A transcript is required as one of the supporting documents for application to another university, graduate school, fellowship and scholarship applications, and is commonly required by prospective employers.
The transcript is a record of a student's academic progress. It contains the following information:
1. A listing of all courses attempted and the grades achieved, including courses from which a student has withdrawn without academic penalty.
2. A statement of the degree attained, including the area of concentration or Honors discipline and date of graduation.
3. Comments relating to a student's academic progress. These may include statements about a student's standing in a program (e.g., on Dean's Honor List), or that the student was required to withdraw from the University or was placed on academic probation (e.g., for failing to meet progression requirements).
4. A listing of all scholarships, awards, prizes, fellowships and medals awarded by the University to the student during the student's academic career at the University.
Note that a transcript reflects the current status of a student's record at the time it is issued. Students should ensure that any changes to the transcript (e.g. from an INC to a final grade) are recorded before ordering a transcript.
Students who have pursued more than one program at Western may request partial transcripts covering their engagement in one or more of the following: undergraduate programs, graduate programs and second entry programs in Dentistry, Education, Law and Medicine. Such transcripts shall be identified as partial.
Transcript order forms are available from Information Services, Registrar's Office, Stevenson-Lawson 190*. Official transcripts are mailed by the Registrar's Office to institutions designated by the student. Each transcript costs $x. Same-day transcripts are available at a cost of $x each.
* All transcript transactions in Room 190 require valid identification.
[Note: Actual transcript costs subject to change by the Board of Governors and are not listed as part of this policy. For current charges, please contact the Office of the Registrar.]
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THREE-YEAR GENERAL AND FOUR-YEAR HONORS BHSc PROGRAMS
Admission Requirements to First Year
Applicants Presenting the OSSD
Six OAC credits including OAC1 English, one OAC Math (OAC Calculus strongly recommended), and one of OAC Biology, Chemistry or Physics (OAC Biology strongly recommended) are required. Note that enrolment in the program is limited and possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Background:
The proposed changes are consistent with proposed revisions to the curriculum of the Three-Year General Bachelor of Health Sciences (currently being considered by DAP), and the proposed new Four-year Honors Bachelor of Health Sciences.
2b Introduction of a Four-Year Honors Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc)
Recommended: That, effective September 1, 1999, a Four-Year Honors Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc)
program be introduced in the Faculty of Health Sciences, as set out below:
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FOUR-YEAR HONORS BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (BHSc)
Admission Requirements
Students will be eligible to enroll in the Honors program after first year if they meet the following
requirements:
An overall average of at least 70%, with no grade less than 60%, in each of Health Sciences 021, one
of Biology 022, 023, or 026, and one of Psychology 020 or 023, or Sociology 020, or 1.0 credits chosen from
Anthropology 025F/G, 026F/G and 027a/b.
An overall average of at least 60% on the elective courses, with no failures.
Progression Requirements
Students will be eligible to progress to the third and fourth years of the Honors program if they meet the
following requirements:
An overall average of at least 70%
An overall average of at least 70% on the principal courses, with no grade less than 60%.
An overall average of at least 60% on the subsidiary courses, with no grade less than 50%.
Graduation Requirements
Students will be eligible to graduate from the Honors program if they have fulfilled the following
requirements:
An overall average of at least 70% on the principal courses, with no grade less than 60%.
An overall average of at least 60% on the subsidiary courses completed in fourth year.
First Year
Health Sciences 021: A Wellness/Lifestyle Analysis (1.0 credits)
1 of Biology 022, 023, or 026 [see footnote 1] (1.0 credits)
1 of Psychology 020 or 023 [see footnote 2], Sociology 020, or 1.0 credits chosen from Anthropology
025F/G, 026F/G, and 027a/b [see footnote 3] (1.0 credits)
2.0 full-course equivalent elective courses (001-099)
Footnotes:
1 Students intending to select senior courses in Biology must select Biology 022 or 023
2 Registrants at Huron College may select Psychology 022E (Method in General Psychology)
3 Affiliated College and main campus registrants may select Anthropology 020E (Introduction
to Anthropology) offered at Brescia College
Notes:
a) Students must complete at least two essay-designated courses prior to the completion of 3rd year, one
of which must be a senior Health Sciences course. At least one of the essay-designated courses must be completed
by the end of second year.
b) Students interested in Science programs are advised to consult with an Academic Counsellor prior
to selecting their first-year courses to ensure that the appropriate prerequisite courses have been selected to allow
proper registration in senior-level Science courses.
c) Students planning to seek admission to professional programs are advised to review the professional
program admission requirements and consult with an Academic Counsellor prior to selecting their first-year
courses.
d) 1.0 full-course equivalents from the Faculty of Arts must be completed prior to 4th year.
Second Year
Health Sciences 201: Introduction to Measurement, Research Methods and Evaluation in Health Sciences
(1.0 credits)
Health Sciences 202F/G: Critical Thinking in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Health Sciences 203a/b: Anatomy of the Human Body: A Description of Systemic Structure and Function
(.5 credits)
Health Sciences 204F/G: Introduction to Ethics and Health (.5 credits)
*Health Sciences 205a/b: Models of Health & Health Care Delivery (.5 credits)
*Health Sciences 206a/b: Health Care Occupations (.5 credits)
1.5 full-course equivalent subsidiary courses
Third Year
*Health Sciences 302F/G: Advanced Issues in Health Ethics and Values (.5 credits)
*Health Sciences 303a/b: Communications & Interpersonal Relationships (.5 credits)
*Health Sciences 305a/b: Health Issues throughout the Lifespan (.5 credits)
*Health Sciences 306a/b: Health Promotion and Disease & Injury Prevention (.5 credits)
1.0 full-course equivalent Health Sciences electives
2.0 full-course equivalent subsidiary courses
Fourth Year
*Health Sciences 401: Advanced Measurement and Research in Health Sciences (if not taken in 3rd year
as Health Science elective) (1.0 credit)
2.0 full-course equivalent Health Sciences electives
2.0 full-course equivalent subsidiary courses
[Note: * indicates courses currently before DAP for approval]
Background:
The following are reasons for moving to a 4-Year Honors Program from the current 4-Year General program:
Graduate-Level Entry Health Professional Access
A 4-year Honors program will allow students to consider graduate-level health professional programs offered at UWO and other Canadian universities (e.g. Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy [which is moving to Masters-level only], etc.)
Student Demand
The opportunity to pursue Honors-level studies in the Health Sciences is attractive, and challenging to exceptional students with long-term career goals which are more readily facilitated with an Honors designation. Part of the impetus for an Honors Program came from the BHSc Student Advisory Committee.
Access to Joint Programs
Discussions are ongoing with the Constituent University Departments of Statistical & Actuarial Sciences and Sociology, and the Department of Human Ecology at Brescia College regarding possible joint programs. Each potential partner has expressed an interest in programs at the Honors level.
Graduate Programs
An Honors-level program will allow the Faculty to build on the foundation courses towards the future development of graduate-level programs in Health Sciences. There is also the possibility that joint programs with
Science, Social Science, and the Affiliated Colleges will open doors for students to access graduate programs in both Health Sciences and elsewhere.
2c Introduction of a Rural Health Stream in the Bachelor of Health Sciences
Program
Recommended: That, effective September 1, 1999, a Rural Health stream be introduced into the Four-Year
Honors Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) program in the Faculty of Health Sciences.
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Four-Year Honors Bachelor of Health Sciences - Rural Health stream
The following courses are required to be selected as Health Sciences electives in the third and fourth
years of the Honors BHSc program:
*Health Sciences 307a: Introduction to Rural Communities
*Health Sciences 308b: Creative Service Delivery in Rural Communities
*Health Sciences 309: Rural Health Practicum I
*Health Sciences 407a: Federal & Provincial Policies: How They Are Created and How They Affect
Rural Communities
Note: Space in the Rural Health stream is limited. Interested BHSc students should contact the BHSc
program office.
* Currently before DAP for approval
Background:
Studies have documented the widespread, systemic disadvantages that rural residents generally experience when it comes to receiving quality health care in a timely fashion within their communities. The Rural Health stream of the Bachelor of Health Sciences program (three half-credit courses and a six-week practicum) will introduce students to the administrative, political, financial, and service obstacles faced by rural residents and their communities, and offer them insight (through both theory and practice) into effective strategies for improvement.
3. Amendment to the Senate Regulations Governing Student Academic
Appeals
Recommended: That, effective September 1, 1998, the Senate regulations for undergraduate student academic
appeals be amended to include reference to School Director in the Faculty of Health Sciences, as highlighted
below.
ACADEMIC RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (S.88-158, S.94-210, S.96-80, S.97-220, S.97-274, S.98-014)
REQUESTS TO INSTRUCTOR, DEPARTMENT CHAIR, AND FACULTY DEAN
Note: Throughout this document, reference to "Dean" is to be interpreted "Dean or his/her designate", reference to "Department Chair" is to be interpreted "Department Chair or his/her designate" and reference to "School Director" is to be interpreted "School Director or his/her designate.
Requests for relief for undergraduate students proceed in this order:
a) Course instructor (informal consultation)*
b) Department Chair or, in the Faculty of Health Sciences, School Director** (submission of written
request)
c) Faculty Dean (submission of written request)
* A request for relief relating to a specific course (e.g., with respect to a mark, grade, appropriateness of assignments or examinations, or grading practices) must be initiated with the appropriate course instructor. Requests for relief on other matters should be initiated in the office having immediate jurisdiction for the particular requirement or regulation in question. Students in doubt as to the appropriate level at which to initiate such requests should consult their Dean.
** For registrants in the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) program, to the Chair of the Department offering the course (regardless of Faculty affiliation) or, in the case of Health Sciences courses, the BHSc Standing Committee member responsible for reviewing appeals.
Background:
The unique School-based structure of the Faculty of Health Sciences is inconsistent with the Departmental structure that is the basis for the current Senate guidelines. The proposed changes will permit the School Directors the same responsibility within the appeals process as Department Chairs.
4. Amendment to the Senate Regulations Governing Scholastic Offenses
Recommended: That, effective September 1, 1998, the Senate regulations for undergraduate student scholastic
offenses be amended to include reference to School Director in the Faculty of Health Sciences, as highlighted
below.
SCHOLASTIC DISCIPLINE (S.2080, S.3536.02)
Procedures for Handling Scholastic Offences (S.4329, S.95-11, S.95-147, S.95-177, S.97-187)
An instructor who suspects a student of cheating, plagiarism or other scholastic offence has an obligation to investigate. Normally, the instructor will discuss the allegation with the student and examine all relevant evidence, including evidence that the student may provide in his or her defence. If the allegation cannot be supported, no further action will be taken. If the instructor concludes that an offence has occurred, he or she shall consult with the Department Chair* or designated undergraduate officer (or, in faculties without departmental structure, with the Dean of the Faculty in which the course is taught) to review the evidence and to determine an appropriate penalty. This consultation is to provide consistency in the application of penalties. In determining a penalty, the instructor, Chair, designate or Dean, as the case may be, may take into account the specific circumstances of the offence.
Penalties imposed at the level of the department may range from a reprimand to a failing grade for the course in which the offence was committed. The Chair or designate (or Dean in faculties without departmental structure) shall also inform the student in writing of the penalty to be imposed. This letter will draw the student's attention to the Offence Record policy (see below) and to the student's right to appeal, as outlined in the section on STUDENT ACADEMIC APPEALS. A copy of the letter from the Department or Faculty of Health Sciences School will be sent to the Dean of the student's home Faculty.
If the instructor, Chair or designate (or Dean in faculties without departmental structure) considers that the offence warrants a more severe penalty the matter will be referred to the Dean of the student's home Faculty who will review the evidence provided by both the department and the student and may investigate further. The Dean will also review any existing Offence Record for the student in question. Following that review, the Dean will determine the penalty or penalties to be imposed and will so inform the student in writing. The Dean's letter will draw the student's attention to the Offence Record policy and the student's right to appeal.
* In the Faculty of Health Sciences, "School Director or his/her designate" replaces "Department Chair or designated undergraduate officer", with the following exception. In the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) program, which is independent of any School affiliation, the School Director or his/her designate is replaced by the Chair of the Department offering the course (regardless of its Faculty affiliation), or in the case of Health Sciences courses, the BHSc Standing Committee member responsible for reviewing appeals.
Background:
The unique School-based structure of the Faculty of Health Sciences is inconsistent with the Departmental structure that is the basis for the current Senate guidelines. The proposed changes will permit the School Directors the same responsibility within the appeals process as Department Chairs.
5. Proposal for Changes to Admission Deadlines for Distance Studies
Recommended: That the deadlines for Part-Time Admission for Distance Studies, currently March 15 for
spring/summer and July 22 for fall/winter, be changed to March 1 for spring/summer and July 1 for fall/winter,
effective for the 1999-2000 academic year.
Background:
The registration deadlines for these courses are April 10 for spring/summer and August 14 for fall/winter. Currently, the very short period of time for these students to be admitted and to telephone register makes it difficult to have their course information distributed to them in time. The earlier admission deadlines will be an advantage for these applicants.
Henry Wu Memorial Scholarships in Health Sciences (4) (Faculty of Health Sciences, Schools of Kinesiology
and Physical Therapy)
Awarded annually to four full-time students who are either registered in any year of the Physical Therapy program
in the School of Physical Therapy, or who are registered in any year beyond year one of a 4-year program in the
School of Kinesiology. Students must demonstrate high academic achievement (min. 80% average) and
leadership qualities, and must be current members of an intercollegiate athletic team. Preference will be given
to one male and one female from each School. Applicants who are intercollegiate student athletes must be in
compliance with current OUA and CIAU regulations. These scholarships were created to encourage and
recognize excellence in Kinesiology and Physical Therapy students by David Wu (The Athletic Club of London)
in loving memory of his grandfather, Henry Wu.
Students must apply for these scholarships. Application forms are available from the Office of the Registrar and
must be accompanied by a short essay (max. 500 words) describing the student's overall leadership skills.
Application deadline is September 30. Final selection will be made by the Scholarships Committee of the Faculty
of Health Sciences.
Value: $2,375 each
Effective: 1999-2000
Matthew and Cornelia Koens Scholarship (Faculty of Education)
Awarded to a full-time student completing a Bachelor of Education Degree at any teaching level, based on
academic achievement (weighted academic average) in the core foundations courses. The recipient will be
determined by the Associate Dean (Programs) in the Faculty of Education. This scholarship was established
through Foundation Western by Peter Koens (MEd '86) in honor of his parents, Matthew and Cornelia.
Value: $500
Effective: May 1999
Dr. Martin W. Stapleton Award (Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Medicine)
Awarded to a student in Year I of the MD program based on applicant score and financial need. Preference will
be given to a student from Huron County. Applications are available from the Office of the Registrar or the
Office of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. Completed applications must be returned to the Office of
the Registrar by October 31. Selection of the recipient will be made by Financial Aid Services and the Faculty
of Medicine & Dentistry Admissions Committee. This award was established through Foundation Western by
the wife of the late Dr. Martin W. Stapleton (MD '37).
Value: $3,000
Effective: May 1999
This award will receive matched funding from the Ontario Government through the Ontario Student Opportunity
Trust Fund program.
EXHIBIT III, Appendix 1
THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES
The BHSc Program is based on a holistic view of health and wellness. Health is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as "a resource for Living......a positive concept.....the extent to which an individual or group is able to realize aspirations, to satisfy needs, and to change or cope with the environment." (WHO, 1986)
Health is an essential part of wellness. Wellness refers to a positive state of human flourishing that includes the physical, mental (e.g. psycho/social), and spiritual/moral dimensions of the human experience. The program reflects commitment to understanding health and wellness and the changing health needs of society.
PROGRAMS FOR THE BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES
The BHSc provides opportunities to study the dimensions of the health and wellness of individuals and populations across the lifespan, and encompasses interdisciplinary and discipline specific studies. Creative and diverse methods of inquiry, experiential learning, and evaluation are incorporated into the curriculum.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The BHSc program offers a broad, cross-disciplinary study of health and wellness which will provide the tools to seek a variety of generic types of employment in health-related fields.
Students may opt for opportunities in occupational/environmental health in the occupational health and safety area of the corporate and public sectors. Students who have particular interests in health promotion may seek employment as consultants in the nonprofit sector, in program development and coordination, and in health care education. Those whose interests include a study of the ageing process may find careers in program coordination and development in nursing homes and centres for the elderly, and the rural health stream may lead students towards administrative, promotional, and/or environmental opportunities in small communities that have special needs.
While the BHSc is not a professional degree, and will not enable students to set up a professional practice upon graduation, with appropriate selection of Health Sciences courses and non-Health Sciences prerequisites, interested students may be able to prepare for a number of different professional programs.
RATIONALE FOR INTRODUCING A FOUR-YEAR HONORS BHSc
The following are reasons for moving to a Four-Year Honors Program from the current Four-Year General program:
Graduate-Level Entry Health Professional Access
A four-year Honors program will allow students to consider graduate-level health professional programs offered
at UWO and other Canadian universities (e.g. Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration,
Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy [which is moving to
Masters-level only], etc.)
Student Demand
The opportunity to pursue Honors-level studies in the Health Sciences is attractive, and challenging to exceptional
students with long-term career goals which are more readily facilitated with an Honors designation. Part of the
impetus for an Honors Program came from the BHSc Student Advisory Committee.
Access to Joint Programs
Discussions are ongoing with the Constituent University Departments of Statistical & Actuarial Sciences and
Sociology, and the Department of Human Ecology at Brescia College regarding possible joint programs. Each
potential partner has expressed an interest in programs at the Honors level.
Graduate Programs
An Honors-level program will allow the Faculty to build on the foundation courses towards the future
development of graduate-level programs in Health Sciences. There is also the possibility that joint programs with
Science, Social Science, and the Affiliated Colleges will open doors for students to access graduate programs in
both Health Sciences and elsewhere.
POTENTIAL LINKAGES
Since the initial approval of the BHSc program, a number of potential partners have been waiting for an
opportunity to become involved. During our first year of operation it was difficult to devote much time to this
aspect of the program's development. Despite this, however, significant inroads have been made.
Note: None of these linkages have been approved at any formal level and we are still in the discussion phase with
each partner. They are potential linkages at this point in time and are presented only to offer a sense of the
directions in which we are moving.
The linkages, which may be described as being of three different types - joint programs, areas of specialization
and certificate programs, are at various levels of development.
JOINT PROGRAMS
Health Sciences and Biology
This combined program is the most developed. It is seen as one which will offer students in the BHSc
Program the flexibility of having Biology as a foundation. (If approved, it will effectively replace the former
Biosciences stream with a more focused area of study).
Health Sciences and Ageing
This proposal has just been initiated but there are many interested parties, particularly in Social Sciences.
A core of individuals, including Sociology professor Dr. Ingrid Connidis, have expressed an interest in developing
a joint program.
Dr. M. J. Borrie (Geriatrician), Ms. Nancy Ecclestone (Centre for Activity and Ageing), and other
faculty members from the Faculty of Health Sciences are interested in participating in the planning of an elective
course in Health and Ageing.
Health Sciences and Statistics
This proposal has been submitted by the Department of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences but cannot be
completed until the full slate of courses for the BHSc program are offered. Since it is dependent upon an
Honors-level designation, it will have to await the approval of a four-year Honors BHSc program.
Health Sciences and Nutrition
Initial meetings occurred last year with representatives of the Department of Human Ecology (Home
Economics) at Brescia College to discuss possible concurrent degrees. Both parties expressed interest, however
formalized links cannot be completed until the BHSc program is approved.
The Faculty of Health Sciences now has an endowed Chair in Exercise Nutrition who will be able to help
in the development of this program.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Rural Health
This initiative has been spearheaded by the Director of the Northern Outreach Program, Mr.
Steve Trujillo, who is actively seeking collaboration with District Health Councils, Dr. J. Rourke, Rural Health
Medical Consultant, and the Faculty of Health Sciences. This collaboration seeks to prepare a proposal to the
Ministry to access funds for development of courses and practicum. Course materials are under development
and work is underway to create a course of study which can be accommodated in the BHSc curriculum. Students
would develop an area of expertise which would allow them to understand the health care system from a rural
perspective. Once developed these courses would be open to students in the Health Sciences.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
The Western Centre for Continuing Studies (WCCS)
Initial discussions have taken place between the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Western Centre for
Continuing Studies with respect to possible certificate/degree combinations with the BHSc. There are three
certificate programs which have potential to become an integral part of the BHSc program - Case Management
for Long Term Care, Health Promotion and Education, and Addiction Studies. The former may be housed in
Health Sciences, while the latter two are housed in the Department of Sociology. Two other certificate programs
which could fit with the BHSc program are Art Therapy (housed in the Department of Visual Arts), and Palliative
Care and Thanatology (housed at King's College). At some future date, discussions may be initiated with King's
College and Visual Arts if student demand warrants it.
Fanshawe College
Fanshawe College has expressed interest in some type of collaborative venture, and discussions have
been held with Pat Kirkby, Chair of the Health Sciences Division. The rationale for linking with Fanshawe is to
be able to offer BHSc students access to some of the more practical components of Health.
Lambton College
Discussions have been ongoing with Pat Cranston, Director of Student Success, regarding possible
concurrent study involving the three-year co-op diploma program in Industrial Hygiene Technology (Occupational
Health and Safety).
HEALTH SCIENCES COURSES
(approved or proposed for introduction in September 1999)
Note: > indicates core course
* indicates proposed course currently before DAP for approval
>Health Sciences 021: A Wellness/Lifestyle Analysis (1.0 credit)
Examines and explores a variety of wellness topical areas such as cardiorespiratory health; stress; nutrition; the
health care system in Canada (with global context); complementary wellness models/systems; the sociology of
health care; sport as a wellness activity. At the core of this approach is a pronounced focus on the physical body
combined with an analysis of wellness from a personal, lifestyle perspective.
Antirequisite: Kinesiology 021; the former Kinesiology 020 and the former Physical Education 020.
3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial/laboratory hour.
*Health Sciences 172a/b: Special Topics in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Selected topics in the area of Health Sciences. Topics and course descriptions will be made available in the
Health Sciences Program office.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
3 lecture hours, half course
*Health Sciences 173a/b: Special Topics in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Selected topics in the area of Health Sciences. Topics and course descriptions will be made available in the
Health Sciences Program office.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
3 lecture hours, half course
>Health Sciences 201: Introduction to Measurement, Research Methods and Evaluation in Health Sciences (1.0
credit)
(Given by the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Department of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences). This course
will provide students with an understanding of the fundamental aspects of health-care research design and
analysis in health disciplines. The course will focus on specific research designs typically encountered in
health-care research, bringing together the basic principles of methodology and statistics and highlighting topics
such as health measurement, correlation and causation, pre-post designs and randomization.
Prerequisite: Registration in the 2nd year of the BHSc program, or permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour
>Health Sciences 202F/G: Critical Thinking in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
The two primary objectives of this course are: i) to equip the student with the ability to distinguish between
judgement and opinion; and ii) to enable the student to develop reasoning skills to make and support solid
judgement on contested issues in health. The tutorial sessions will deal with applied case content which may vary
from tutorial to tutorial. The student will be expected to come to each class and tutorial prepared to discuss the
assigned readings as active class participation is required.
Antirequisites: Kinesiology 290F/G
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 021 or Kinesiology 021
2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours (every other week), half course
>Health Sciences 203a/b: Anatomy of the Human Body: A Description of Systemic Structure and Function (.5
credits)
A gross anatomical description of systemic structure and function of the human body, with emphasis on
locomotor, cardiovascular and nervous systems. The other systems of the human body, namely digestive,
respiratory, reproductive etc. will be covered in less detail than the aforementioned. Where possible the lecture
material will be demonstrated either by video, CD, or plastic models.
Antirequisite: Kinesiology 222a/b
Prerequisites: OAC Biology or Biology 023
4 lecture hours, half course
>Health Sciences 204F/G: Introduction to Ethics and Health (.5 credits)
This course has been designed to achieve two primary objectives. The first objective is to introduce the student
to basic moral theory and to develop the student's understanding of moral reasoning. The second aim is to teach
the student to apply the basic principles of solid moral decision-making to important ethical issues in health and
health-related areas. Some of the major philosophical and ethical issues in health and health sciences will be
addressed. These will include, for example, the concepts of health, wellness, and illness, allocation of scarce
resources, and the notion of "consent". The methods of explaining and justifying moral decisions in health will
be explored by surveying the major philosophical approaches to ethics. The student will be expected to come
to each class prepared to discuss the assigned readings as active class participation is required.
Antirequisite: Kinesiology 293F/G
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 202 F/G.
2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours (every other week)
>*Health Sciences 205a/b: Models of Health & Health Care Delivery (.5 credits)
This course will examine models of health from a variety of perspectives, including historical, biomedical/clinical,
sociobehavioural, socioenvironmental, adaptive, functional and eudaemonistic. Topics may include: Canada
Health Act, Planning the Restructuring/Reshaping of the System, What is Primary Health Care?, Comparisons
to Other Global Health Care Systems, Worker's Compensation System, Third Party Payer System.
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 021
2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, half course
>*Health Sciences 206a/b: Health Occupations (.5 credits)
Lecture and case studies will explore the diversity of health issues and delivery systems within Canadian and
international community sectors. Guest lecturers from the health services, industrial, and community sectors of
London and area will describe goals, 'products' and future vision of their organizations. Case studies will then
facilitate exploration of the relationship of the conceptual framework of the BHSc programme within the diversity
of present and future health science-oriented societal needs. One outcome will be the delineation of and rationale
for a career path.
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 021
2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, half course
>*Health Sciences 302F/G: Advanced Issues in Health Ethics and Values ( .5 credits)
The goal of this course is to use philosophical analysis to sensitize health science students to complex issues in
health from a "moral point of view". Theories about how one gains this kind of perspective will be examined.
Traditional moral theory and the method of philosophy of literature will be the primary theories compared and
analysed. The course will be heavily case-based and draw on drama and literature to enhance the student's
understanding of the nature of moral dilemmas in health-related ethics and values.
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 204F/G
2 lecture hours, 1 seminar hour, half course
>*Health Sciences 303a/b: Communications & Interpersonal Relationships (.5 credits)
Survey of theories of interpersonal communication in social and professional relational contexts with attention
to roles, social exchange, dimensions of communication both socially and professionally, development and
deterioration of communications. Also could include issues of counselling, though this would likely be best as
an elective from already established courses.
Prerequisite: Registration in the 3rd year of the BHSc program, or permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences2 lecture hours, 1 seminar hour, half course
>*Health Sciences 305a/b: Health Issues Throughout the Lifespan (.5 credits)
This course will explore the physical, social, psychological and spiritual determinants/influences of health across
the lifespan. Influences on health from the prenatal period through healthy ageing to death will be considered.
Pre-requisites: Registration in the 3rd year of the Bachelor of Health Sciences program, or permission of the
Faculty of Health Sciences
2 lecture hours, 1 seminar hour, half course
>*Health Sciences 306a/b: Health Promotion and Disease & Injury Prevention (.5 credits)
Overview of concepts. Disease and injury prevention, health promotion, curative strategies, rehabilitation,
palliation. Empowerment, public participation, intersectoral collaboration, healthy public policy. Strategies for
health promotion to include: personal care, small group development, community action, coalition building,
advocacy, political action.
Prerequisite: Registration in the 3rd year of the BHSc program, or permission of the Faculty of Health
Sciences
2 lecture hours, 1 seminar hour, half course
*Health Sciences 307a: Introduction to Rural Communities (.5 credits)
An introduction to rural communities and how they differ from urban communities. Rural vs. urban comparisons
will be introduced from sociological, infrastructure, political, and health services perspectives.
Prerequisite: Registration in 3rd year of the BHSc program, or permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
3 lecture hours, half course.
*Health Sciences 308b: Creative Service Delivery in Rural Communities (.5 credits)
This course is intended to prepare students for employment in rural communities where improvements in the
delivery of health services are desired. Areas of study will include analyses of community development strategies,
political decision models and associated rural influences, approaches to community fundraising, and effective
human resources strategies. (Note: In preparation for Health Sciences 309, students will develop their own
practica in partnership with a supervising faculty member and representatives of a rural community).
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 307a
3 lecture hours, half course.
*Health Sciences 309: Rural Health Practicum I (1.0 credits)
(As developed in Health Sciences 308b)
Students will be able to create and participate in rural practica in the areas of ageing and independence,
rehabilitation, community partnerships and preventative sciences.
Prerequisites: Health Sciences 307a and 308b
6 weeks in Intersession; full course
*Health Sciences 310a/b: Ageing and Health (.5 credits)
This course will explore the physical, biological, psychological and spiritual influences of healthy ageing, issues
related to independence, and care services for assisting elderly persons.
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 305a/b
2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, half course
*Health Sciences 372a/b: Special Topics in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Selected topics in the area of Health Sciences. Topics and course descriptions will be made available in the
Health Sciences Program office.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
3 lecture hours, half course
*Health Sciences 373a/b: Special Topics in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Selected topics in the area of Health Sciences. Topics and course descriptions will be made available in the
Health Sciences Program office.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
3 lecture hours, half course
>*Health Sciences 401: Advanced Measurement and Research in Health Sciences (1.0 credit)
(Given by the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Department of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences). This course
builds on the foundation acquired in Health Sciences 201. It integrates the principles of measurement and
research design/methodology in order to provide students with the skills necessary to design research studies and
evaluate/critique published research. The course will comprise three methodological areas (measurement in health
sciences, research design and methodology, and critical appraisal of health sciences research) and three statistical
areas (categorical data analysis, design and analysis of experiments, and regression analysis).
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 201 or equivalent
2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour
*Health Sciences 402F/G: Professional Ethics (.5 credits)
This course seeks to address a wide range of issues specifically related to professional ethics in the health
sciences. The goals of this course are to raise student awareness of ethical issues, to increase the potential for
ethical behaviour in the health sciences, and to develop skills that will guide ethical decision-making. The course
focuses on the student's ability to identify, prioritize, and critically evaluate proposed courses of action relating
to specific issues that might arise in the health sciences. This includes elements relating to codes of professional
conduct and practice, obligations to the client and members of his/her family, employer, licensing body, as well
as community-at-large. Direct opportunity to determine primary and secondary issues that may impact ethical
and professional decision-making and the potential influence on society is presented.
Prerequisite: Health Sciences 302F/G or permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences
2 lecture hours, 1 seminar hour, half course
*Health Sciences 407a: Federal & Provincial Policies: How They Are Created and How They Affect Rural
Communities (.5 credits)
Students will be introduced to the factors contributing to public policy decisions. The trend towards
regionalization and how it impacts on individual rural communities will be highlighted, along with the dynamics
of inter-community cooperation and competition. The creation of a regional community project will be a major
component of the course.
Prerequisites: Health Sciences 307a, 308b, and 309
3 lecture hours, half course.
*Health Sciences 410a/b: Palliative Care (.5 credits)
Introduction to the personal, societal and cultural aspects of death and dying. Emphasis will be on a
multi-disciplinary approach to palliative care and bereavement support involving both institutional and
community-based services. Relevant legal and ethical issues pertaining to the topic of palliation will be discussed.
Prerequisite: Registration in the 4th year of the BHSc program, or permission of the Faculty of Health
Sciences
2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, half course
*Health Sciences 491a/b: Independent Study (.5 credits)
Readings and discussion on, or field experience in, selected topics in Health Sciences agreed upon through
consultation between the student and the supervising professor. All fourth year honors Bachelor of Health
Sciences students and, in some cases third year students, are eligible to enrol, subject to Faculty procedural
guidelines and approval.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences; half course
*Health Sciences 492a/b: Independent Study (.5 credits)
Readings and discussion on, or field experience in, selected topics in Health Sciences agreed upon through
consultation between the student and the supervising professor. All fourth year honors Bachelor of Health
Sciences students and, in some cases third year students, are eligible to enrol, subject to Faculty procedural
guidelines and approval.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Faculty of Health Sciences; half course
Other Proposed and/or Potential Health Sciences Electives
Balance & Vestibular Mechanisms
Case Management
Community & Population Health
Complementary Health Care Methods
Environmental Health (in progress)
Topics related to cultural activities that may lead to health threats, climate changes that may
change the patterns of disease and other ecosystem issues that are non-sustainable and pose problems for the
future health of humans and other species in the ecosystems.
Health and the Human Spirit
Health Care Administration
Health Counselling
Health Economics
Health Entrepreneurship
Health Information and Systems
Human Sexuality (Psychology 153)
Introduction to Normal Growth and Development
Introduction to normal growth and development enabling students to acquire an appreciation of the
multidimensional contributions to the development of the human being throughout the lifespan from both a
physiological and a psychosocial point of view.
Men's Health
This course addresses broad issues of health that are specific to men. Includes aspects of
development, both physical and psychological, and influences that society plays in this context. Also addresses
issues of men's health in conditions of health and illness across the lifespan.
Occupational Issues/Ergonomics
Physical Activity & Leisure
Special Populations
Special Topics
Transcultural Health Care
Women's Health (currently Women's Studies 154)
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HEALTH SCIENCES
The Faculty of Health Sciences offers programs that lead to a:
Three-year General BHSc
Four-year Honors BHSc
FIRST-AID AND CARDIO-PULMONARY RESUSCITATION CERTIFICATION
All students must at their own expense acquire current certification in basic First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary
Resuscitation prior to the completion of second year. Deadline for submission of current certification to the
BHSc counselling office is April 30.
ACADEMIC COUNSELLING
The Faculty of Health Sciences encourages every Bachelor of Health Sciences student to explore the programs,
and select those electives that will best meet their needs. Students should consult with the BHSc Academic
Counsellor regarding specific course selections and requirements. Consideration of a future direction is integral
to the planning process. Individual counselling is available; it is up to the student to seek it.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Note that enrolment in the program is limited. Meeting the minimum University requirements does not guarantee
transfer into the program after first year, or registration in any of the program's specialized fields of study.
Students who fail to meet the progression requirements in an honors program but who are eligible to continue
in a 3-year program may transfer to such a program but must satisfy all the requirements of that program prior
to graduation.
Students must complete at least two essay-designated courses prior to the completion of 3rd year, one of which
must be a senior Health Sciences course. At least one of the essay-designated courses must be completed by the
end of second year.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS TO FIRST YEAR
Three-Year General and Four-Year Honors BHSc Programs
Applicants Presenting the OSSD
Six OAC credits including OAC1 English, one OAC Math (OAC Calculus strongly recommended), and one of
OAC Biology, Chemistry or Physics (OAC Biology strongly recommended) are required. Note that enrolment
in the program is limited and possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Three-year General BHSc
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
Students must fulfil the normal progression requirements as outlined in the Academic Calendar. Meeting the
minimum University requirements does not guarantee progression in the program. Students are required to obtain
a final grade with a minimum of 60% in Health Sciences 021 in order to progress into year 2 of the program. In
addition, to proceed to each of second and third years, students must achieve at least 60% in the previous year
with no failures. Senior courses which are not designated as optional courses must be completed with an average
of at least 60% and the majority of the senior courses specified for the area of concentration must be completed
through The University of Western Ontario or one of its affiliated colleges.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The requirement for graduation from this program is completion of fifteen courses subject to the following
conditions:
Inclusion of no more than eight courses in Health Sciences among the fifteen courses of the program.
Satisfactory completion of five courses numbered 001-099, including at least one course from each of
two of the Faculties of Arts, Science, or Social Science (or the equivalent department in the affiliated colleges).
Satisfactory completion of at least eight senior courses (100-499).
Completion of all graduation requirements within a maximum of twenty course attempts.
Achievement of a grade of 50% or higher in each course counted for graduation.
Achievement of an overall average of at least 60% in the courses counted for graduation.
Not more than five courses may be taken at another university on a Letter of Permission. A minimum
of ten courses, at least five of which must be senior, must be completed at this university or one of the affiliated
colleges.
Students admitted with advanced standing are required to complete a minimum of ten courses offered
by the university or one of the affiliated colleges.
First Year
Health Sciences 021: A Wellness/Lifestyle Analysis (1.0 credits)
1 of Biology 022, 023, or 026 [see footnote 1] (1.0 credits)
1 of Psychology 020 or 023 [see footnote 2], Sociology 020, or 1.0 credits chosen from Anthropology
025F/G, 026F/G, and 027a/b [see footnote 3]3 (1.0 credits)
2.0 full-course equivalent elective courses (001-099)
Footnotes:
1 Students intending to select senior courses in Biology must select Biology 022 or 023
2 Registrants at Huron College may select Psychology 022E (Method in General Psychology)
3 Affiliated College and main campus registrants may select Anthropology 020E (Introduction to
Anthropology) offered at Brescia College
Notes:
Students must complete at least two essay-designated courses prior to the completion of 3rd year, one
of which must be a senior Health Sciences course. At least one of the essay-designated courses must be completed
by the end of second year.
Students interested in Science programs are advised to consult with an Academic Counsellor prior to
selecting their first-year courses to ensure that the appropriate prerequisite courses have been selected to allow
proper registration in senior-level Science courses.
Students planning to seek admission to professional programs are advised to review the professional
program admission requirements and consult with an Academic Counsellor prior to selecting their first-year
courses.
1.0 full course equivalents from the Faculty of Arts must be completed prior to graduation.
Second Year
Health Sciences 201: Introduction to Measurement, Research Methods and Evaluation in Health Sciences
(1.0 credits)
Health Sciences 202F/G: Critical Thinking in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Health Sciences 203a/b: Anatomy of the Human Body: A Description of Systemic Structure and Function
(.5 credits)
Health Sciences 204F/G: Introduction to Ethics and Health (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 205a/b: Models of Health & Health Care Delivery (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 206a/b: Health Care Occupations (.5 credits)
1.5 full-course equivalent elective courses
Third Year
* Health Sciences 303a/b: Communications & Interpersonal Relationships (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 305a/b: Health Issues throughout the Lifespan (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 306a/b: Health Promotion and Disease & Injury Prevention (.5 credits)
1.0 full-course equivalent Health Sciences electives
2.5 additional full-course equivalent elective courses
[Note: * indicates courses that are currently before DAP for approval]
Four-Year Honors BHSc
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Students will be eligible to enroll in the Honors program after first year if they meet the following requirements:
An overall average of at least 70%, with no grade less than 60%, in each of Health Sciences 021, one
of Biology 022, 023, or 026, and one of Psychology 020 or 023, or Sociology 020, or 1.0 credits chosen from
Anthropology 025F/G, 026F/G and 027a/b.
An overall average of at least 60% on the elective courses, with no failures.
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
Students will be eligible to progress to the third and fourth years of the Honors program if they meet the following
requirements:
An overall average of at least 70%
An overall average of at least 70% on the principal courses, with no grade less than 60%.
An overall average of at least 60% on the subsidiary courses, with no grade less than 50%.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students will be eligible to graduate from the Honors program if they have fulfilled the following requirements:
An overall average of at least 70% on the principal courses, with no grade less than 60%.
An overall average of at least 60% on the subsidiary courses completed in fourth year.
First Year
Health Sciences 021: A Wellness/Lifestyle Analysis (1.0 credits)
1 of Biology 022, 023, or 0261 (1.0 credits)
1 of Psychology 020 or 0232, Sociology 020, or 1.0 credits chosen from Anthropology 025F/G, 026F/G,
and 027a/b3 (1.0 credits)
2.0 full-course equivalent elective courses (001-099)
1 Students intending to select senior courses in Biology must select Biology 022 or 023
2 Registrants at Huron College may select Psychology 022E (Method in General Psychology)
3 Affiliated College and main campus registrants may select Anthropology 020E (Introduction to
Anthropology) offered at Brescia College
Notes:
Students must complete at least two essay-designated courses prior to the completion of 3rd year, one
of which must be a senior Health Sciences course. At least one of the essay-designated courses must be completed
by the end of second year.
Students interested in Science programs are advised to consult with an Academic Counsellor prior to
selecting their first-year courses to ensure that the appropriate prerequisite courses have been selected to allow
proper registration in senior-level Science courses.
Students planning to seek admission to professional programs are advised to review the professional
program admission requirements and consult with an Academic Counsellor prior to selecting their first-year
courses.
1.0 full-course equivalents from the Faculty of Arts must be completed prior to 4th year.
Second Year
Health Sciences 201: Introduction to Measurement, Research Methods and Evaluation in Health Sciences
(1.0 credits)
Health Sciences 202F/G: Critical Thinking in Health Sciences (.5 credits)
Health Sciences 203a/b: Anatomy of the Human Body: A Description of Systemic Structure and Function
(.5 credits)
Health Sciences 204F/G: Introduction to Ethics and Health (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 205a/b: Models of Health & Health Care Delivery (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 206a/b: Health Care Occupations (.5 credits)
1.5 full-course equivalent subsidiary courses
Third Year
* Health Sciences 302F/G: Advanced Issues in Health Ethics and Values (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 303a/b: Communications & Interpersonal Relationships (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 305a/b: Health Issues throughout the Lifespan (.5 credits)
* Health Sciences 306a/b: Health Promotion and Disease & Injury Prevention (.5 credits)
1.0 full-course equivalent Health Sciences electives
2.0 full-course equivalent subsidiary courses
Fourth Year
* Health Sciences 401: Advanced Measurement and Research in Health Sciences (if not taken in
3rd year as Health Science elective) (1.0 credit)
2.0 full-course equivalent Health Sciences electives
2.0 full-course equivalent subsidiary courses
[Note: * indicates courses that are currently before DAP for approval]