Bachelor of Arts Major in Applied Science

The goals of the applied science major are as follows: 1. Promote the development of a liberal education in students who enter into entry-level professional doctorate health science programs. 2. Promote the development of graduates who are able to apply the natural/basic sciences to the practice of their field of study in an applied health science field. 3. Enable students in entry-level professional doctorate health sciences programs the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree. Learning Outcomes 1. Apply natural sciences in the solution of health science problems within the student's field of study. 2. Effectively and appropriately communicate verbally and in written and electronic form in the applied science arenas within the student's field of study. 3. Effectively work with others and provide leadership when needed within the student's field of study. 4. Demonstrate appropriate interactions with individuals from various cultures and ethnicities. 5. Engage in community based activities aimed at advancing society or assisting others. 6. Perform in a professional and ethical manner. 7. Describe the application of natural sciences to the sustainability of society and the natural and economic environment. 8. Describe the connections among the natural sciences and the applied sciences within the student's field of study. Bachelor of Arts Major in Applied Science Students must complete a minimum of 124 units with a Pacific cumulative and major/program grade point average of 2.0 in order to earn the bachelor of arts degree with a major in applied science. At least 64 semester (96 quarter) units must be from undergraduate courses and at least 60 semester (90 quarter) units must be from professional doctorate courses.