Overview
APU’s applied health major provides students with a scientific foundation for future endeavors. The degree is tailored to students who wish to go directly into physical therapy, physician assistant, or other master’s level allied health programs. Core courses in biology, cell biology, chemistry, and physics provide a framework for emphases in physical therapy, physician assistantship, or business. These emphases allow students tailor the curriculum to support their desired career track.
The physical therapy emphasis focuses on human anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, and research. Physician assistant students pursue advanced coursework in organic chemistry, biology, and calculus. The business emphasis explores pharmacology and biology, while covering the principles of accounting, management, and finance. Applied health majors leave APU equipped to excel in physical therapy, physician assistant, and allied health graduate programs.
Is This Major Right for You?
You’re an applied health major if you...
- Want preparation for a physical therapy or physician’s assistant master’s program
- Are interested in health and medicine but don’t necessarily want to become a doctor or nurse
- Would like an alternative to a major in biology
Learn more about this major and required courses.
