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Health Sciences
Health Sciences at W&M
The Department of Health Sciences offers you the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor of Sciences (B.S.) in Human Health & Physiology and either a B.S. or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Public Health. These programs prepare you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a leader in rapidly growing and impactful fields and meet the growing demand for professionals trained to address complex health challenges. Pursuing studies in human health & physiology or public health allows you to apply your knowledge to improve individual and community well-being.
Applied Learning
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Courses
Take courses in your interests from Human Anatomy (HHP 210/KINE 303) to Community Nutrition (PBHL 330/KINE 358) to Global Health (PBHL 212/KINE 290).*
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Research
Gain hands-on experience as a research assistant working with specialists on topics ranging from vascular physiology to the distribution of global health resources to sustainable food systems.
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State-of-the-Art Lab Equipment
Use the GE Lunar DEXA Scanning Device, Normobaric Hypoxia (simulated high altitude) chamber, Biodex Isokinetic Dynamometer and more.
Upcoming Events
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November 5, 2025 5:30pm-6:30pmTransforming Health Access in Kenya: A Conversation with John Sankok
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Student Resources
Discover more about our degrees, research resources, Majors Club, recognition, advising, and study abroad opportunities.
Rankings
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# 6Best Public School for InternshipsThe Princeton Review 2024
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# 16Best Science Lab FacilitiesThe Princeton Review 2026
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# 3Best College for Biology in VirginiaNiche 2024
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Top 20Best Undergraduate TeachingU.S. News and World Report 2025
Outcomes
A degree in public health or human health & physiology prepares you for a variety of careers and graduate programs around health professions. W&M provides you both breadth and depth of training as well as a variety of liberal arts approaches to the study of human movement while allowing maximum flexibility in the development your interests and future graduate school and career needs.
Hear from a Student
"Having loved biology/human health in high school, but not being sure what exactly I would do with it, I was excited to find out that W&M has a public health concentration through the kinesiology major. In addition to having taken insightful classes with some incredible professors, one of my favorite aspects of the department is the emphasis on connection with the Williamsburg community. The department is constantly promoting opportunities for students to volunteer at local hospitals, shadow and assist with various health issues and topics." — Ritika Thope '24, kinesiology major with a concentration in public health and data science minor from Fairfax, VA.
Alumni & Friends
We love hearing from alumni! Please send us your news.
Support Health Sciences
Please consider supporting the Department of Health Sciences as we continue to grow and improve. Your support helps provide summer research fellowships, improvements to the student laboratory, and more.
Contact The Department of Health Sciences
Health Sciences
Mailing Address
Department of Health Sciences William & Mary P.O. Box 8795 Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795
Contact Us
- Phone: 757-221-2755
Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.