The Behavior & Health program offers unparalleled opportunities to study, learn, and explore a range of career paths related to healthcare and the social and behavioral sciences. Upon graduation, students are well prepared to work in hospitals, schools, nonprofits, community settings, social and human service organizations, research labs, consulting, and more. Our program opens doors to many graduate school and career possibilities, in areas such as occupational therapy and rehabilitation, medicine, dentistry, social work, psychology, public health, physician assistantship, nursing, theology, law, business, and beyond.Be a part of a rigorous, personalized program with small classes, a close-knit student cohort, and individual attention from top interdisciplinary faculty. Students have access to classes within Sargent as well as throughout BU, exposing them to diverse perspectives, research and internship opportunities, and mentorship. The program allows for in-depth exploration across health professions as students integrate concepts from social and biological sciences, learning essential skills such as critical thinking, research, communication, and cultural humility.Learning OutcomesStudents will:Integrate and apply concepts from different fields of study to health and well-being.Demonstrate cognitive, affective, and behavioral skills that support effective and sensitive interaction in a variety of cultures, populations, and contexts.Demonstrate the ability to identify, locate, evaluate, and effectively and ethically use scientific information or credible evidence to make informed decisions.Be proficient in all forms of communication (oral, visual, electronic, and media) with diverse stakeholders and audiences.Be proficient in identifying the key biological, psychosocial, and environmental factors of health and well-being.
