• Dalhousie University offers a Bachelor of Health Science for a duration of 4 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • School of Health Sciences is a nationally accredited school that offers a Bachelor of Health Science in 4 professional disciplines that are: 
    • Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
    • Nuclear Medicine Technology
    • Radiological Technology
    • Respiratory Therapy
  • It also offers Medical Laboratory Technology in the Post Diploma program.
  • Students have to select the courses from the above disciplines, depend on the discipline that students are studying. 
  • Each discipline focuses on the theory behind the respective profession and applying that knowledge to the clinical setting.
  • During the 8-week summer clinical practicum, students put the knowledge learned in the classroom to real-life use in the hospital setting.
  • Students get opportunities to study some sample courses such as:
    • Human Anatomy and Physiology
    • Principles and Instrumentation of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
    • Adaption Radiography
  • The professors are known for their leading research in a diverse range of health topics. Students have the opportunity to learn from renowned researchers and conduct their own research projects.
  • The Faculty of Health is one of the largest faculties at Dalhousie, comprised of eight schools, one college, and one program, more than 200 faculty members and 80 staff members.
  • It offers unparalleled opportunities for interprofessional education, ensuring all students graduate with experience working as part of a collaborative health team.
  • Job opportunities after Bachelor of Heath Science are Medical Sonographer, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, etc and the average salary goes up to 47,000 USD.