Sargent College

Sargent College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences

Health Sciences

  • Health and Disability Across the Lifespan

    SAR HP 252

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: First Year Writing Seminar (e.g., WR 100 or WR 120) - Overview of health development across the lifespan followed by an examination of common conditions that typically begin in certain stages. Each condition will be examined for its individual, group and systemic impacts. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Writing-Intensive Course. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

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  • Organization & Delivery of Healthcare in the U.S.

    SAR HP 353

    Prereq: First-Year Writing Seminar (e.g., CAS WR 100 or CAS WR 120). Online offering. The focus of this interdisciplinary course is on increasing the student's understanding of the health care system, the social, environmental, and behavioral factors that affect health care, and on increasing the student's ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. The student actively engages in individual work, group discussion, and teamwork through written, oral, and web site assignments. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Writing-Intensive Course. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 13-June 27)

    Kelly Pesanelli

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 15)

    BU Financial Aid: Summer Term HUB Courses

    Financial aid may be available to BU need-based scholarship recipients for certain HUB courses in summer 2025, including this one. For more information, please contact BU Financial Assistance at 617-353-2965 or finaid@bu.edu. Check out Summer 2025 HUB Course Scholarship eligibility requirements to see if you qualify.

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  • Social Determinants of Health - Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Gender

    SAR HP 454

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing required. - Sex and gender minority populations have historically been excluded from medical research and mistreated by medical providers. A deep connection exists between social, cultural, political, and religious beliefs which likely underlies the exclusion of sex and gender minority populations. The primary goals of this course are twofold. First, this course integrates previous knowledge about populations, health, and healthcare with additional knowledge about medically marginalized populations, particularly the LGBTQIA2S community. Second, this course aims to develop critical thinking skills through a range of exercises including reading, assessing, and discussing historical, primary and secondary source literature, as well as digital media related to medically marginalized communities and providing opportunity for peer-to-peer engagement related to the topics discussed each week. Effective Fall 2024, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Historical Consciousness. 2 cr. Tuition: $1630

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)

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  • Introduction to Nutrition

    SAR HS 201

    Focuses on the components of a healthy, well-balanced diet to meet nutritional needs and avoid deficiencies and excesses. The basic concepts discussed include MyPlate, food labeling, recommended nutrient intakes for all age and gender groups, weight management, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and lifecycle nutrition. Special emphasis is placed on nutrition and disease prevention and applying the nutrition knowledge learned to everyday living. Note: students who take SAR HS 251 Human Nutrition Science for credit cannot also take SAR HS 201 for credit. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, Oral and/or Signed Communication. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)

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  • Introduction to Critical Inquiry

    SAR HS 210

    Critical inquiry of information sources is the ability to identify what information is needed for your research purposes, understand how the information is organized, identify the best sources of information for a given purpose, locate those sources, evaluate the sources critically, and ultimately share this information. As a student in the Health Sciences, it is imperative that skills for access to information resources in the biomedical sciences, including the library online catalog, library databases, and the Internet are developed. The goal of this course is to teach skills that will enable the student to access information sources, evaluate these sources, including use of artificial intelligence, and learn how to utilize these skills in practice. 2 cr. Tuition: $1630

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

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  • Human Nutrition Science

    SAR HS 251

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASBI105 OR CASBI108) - This course provides an introduction in the scientific foundations of nutrition and focuses on the relationship between diet and health. Scientific information is presented in preparation for discussion of macro- and micro nutrients, including metabolism, and the role of nutrition in human health and disease. This course is intended for pre-health and nutrition majors. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

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  • Introduction to Global Health

    SAR HS 325

    Provides students with an overview of the complex social, economic, political, environmental, and biological factors that structure the origins, consequences, and possible treatments of illness worldwide, as well as the promotion of health. Students learn about the major themes and concepts shaping the interdisciplinary field of global health, and gain an understanding of solutions to health challenges that have been successfully implemented in different parts of the world. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy, Ethical Reasoning, Teamwork/Collaboration. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

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  • Exercise Physiology

    SAR HS 342

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASBI211 OR CASBI315) or consent of instructor. - What are the limits of human performance' Why can't we run 25 miles at the same speed we can sprint 40 yards' How do common diseases impact tolerance to physical activity' In exercise physiology we discuss these questions and more, eventually uncovering principles that determine how our bodies respond to various forms of stress (like exercise). Through hands-on group experiments and collaborative projects in laboratory and lecture, we also explore how scientists have come to these conclusions through the implementation of the scientific method in a research setting. Students must register for two sections: lecture and a laboratory. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, Teamwork/Collaboration. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

    Dustin Allen

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  • Global Mental Health

    SAR HS 348

    This course provides an overview of critical issues in mental health and mental illness worldwide from a public health perspective. Globally, mental and neurological conditions are the leading cause of disability, and the World Health Organization estimates depression to be the largest contributor to the global disease burden by 2030. The burden of mental disorders on low- and middle-income countries is especially great while a large treatment gap persists. The course covers the concept of mental health, conceptualization and classification of disorders, cultural context, social determinants, causes and consequences of mental health disorders, strategies for intervention, policy development and implementation, human rights, women's mental health and research priorities. Special attention will be paid to the unmet need for mental health care globally (using case studies), disparities in access and use of services, stigma and attitudes towards treatment seeking. Effective Fall 2021, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy, Social Inquiry II. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

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  • Cardiovascular Pathophysiology

    SAR HS 375

    Overview of anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular systems during normal and pathological conditions. This course will also cover pathophysiology of exercise performance in cardiovascular diseases, as well as adaptations to physical conditioning. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)

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  • Health Sciences Practicum

    SAR HS 405

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: Senior standing - Prereq: senior standing. Practical experience in a health care setting (health policy, administrative, constituent advocacy) in a hospital, clinic, public health, government, or non-governmental health agency. Students should register for 2 or 4 credits. Variable cr. Tuition: $815 per credit

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)

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  • Health Sciences Field Experience: Health Sciences

    SAR HS 418

    This internship course provides experience that is different from the classroom in which the student can apply much of the knowledge gained in previous class work. Exposure to a hospital setting, research laboratory, clinical environment and direct patient contact are within the realm of available experiences. The internship offers the student a stronger sense of the careers available in the health professions while providing valuable first-hand experience. Please note: this course does not fulfill HS 405 for HS Majors but may be taken in addition to this required course. Effective summer 2021, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. Variable cr. Tuition: $815 per credit

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)

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  • Exercise Physiology

    SAR HS 542

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASBI211 OR CASBI315) or consent of instructor - What are the limits of human performance' Why can't we run 25 miles at the same speed we can sprint 40 yards' How do common diseases impact tolerance to physical activity' In exercise physiology we discuss these questions and more, eventually uncovering principles that determine how our bodies respond to various forms of stress (like exercise). Through hands-on group experiments and collaborative projects in laboratory and lecture, we also explore how scientists have come to these conclusions through the implementation of the scientific method in a research setting. Students must register for two sections: lecture and a laboratory. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

    Dustin Allen

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  • Human Nutrition Science

    SAR HS 551

    This course provides an introduction in the scientific foundations of nutrition and focuses on the relationship between diet and health. Scientific information is presented in preparation for discussion of macro- and micro nutrients, including metabolism, and the role of nutrition in human health and disease. This course is intended for pre-health and nutrition majors. For non-majors, see SAR HS 201 ¿ Introduction to Nutrition. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

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  • Cardiovascular Pathophysiology

    SAR HS 575

    Overview of anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular systems during normal and pathological conditions. This course will also cover pathophysiology of exercise performance in cardiovascular diseases, as well as adaptations to physical conditioning. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)

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  • Gross Human Anatomy

    SAR HS 581

    Undergraduate Prerequisites: CASBI105 & CASBI106 or CASBI107 & CASBI108 and CASBI211 or CASBI315 - Prereq: ((CAS BI 105 & CAS BI 106) or (CAS BI 107 & CAS BI 108)) and (CAS BI 211 or CAS BI 315). Regional approach to the musculoskeletal, peripheral nervous, and circulatory systems of the human body. Laboratories reinforce the lectures by a study of osteology, prosected cadavers, and live anatomy palpations. Students must register for two sections: lecture and a laboratory. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260; lab fee: $200; total charge: $3460

    Summer 1 (May 27-June 24)

    Lisa Roberts

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  • Field Experience in Nutrition

    SAR HS 703

    For students completing the DI for professional registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Variable cr. Tuition: $2083 per credit

    Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)

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  • Physical Therapy

    • Physical Therapy Examination

      SAR PT 515

      Undergraduate Prerequisites: (SARHS369 OR SARHS581) ; Undergraduate Corequisites: (SARPT520) - This course is designed to teach the process of physical therapy examination. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model of health and health-related domains will be utilized to develop a general framework for physical therapy examination across systems. The patient management model as outlined in the "Guide to Physical Therapy Practice" will be introduced to provide a process for gathering information. Students will learn to identify disability level problems as well as functional limitations through patient history. Historical information will direct the examination. Analysis of functional tasks will be performed and used to develop hypotheses and direct impairment level testing. Students will learn the appropriate use of impairment level tests across systems. The process of establishing relationships between disabilities, functional limitations, and impairments will be introduced. The interaction of the individual, the task, and the environment will be emphasized. Students will be introduced to interventions that target task and environmental constraints. Professionalism, medical terminology, and methods of documentation will be incorporated. Students must register for two sections: lecture and a laboratory. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

      Summer 2 (June 25-August 13)

      Lee Marinko

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    • Functional Anatomy

      SAR PT 520

      Undergraduate Prerequisites: (SARHS369 OR SARHS581) ; Undergraduate Corequisites: (SARPT515) - Builds on previous knowledge of human musculoskeletal anatomy to examine human movement. Principles of biomechanics, connective tissue behavior, and muscle physiology are integrated with joint structure and function to form the basis of understanding normal and pathological movement. Students must register for two sections: lecture and discussion. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

      Summer 2 (June 26-August 14)

      Daniel Sieczkiewicz

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    • Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences

      • Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication

        SAR SH 691

        Undergraduate Prerequisites: For MS-SLP students only or with consent of the instructor. - Prereq: for MS-SLP students only or with consent of the instructor. Introduces augmentative and alternative communication. Focuses on clinical features and considerations of AAC tools and strategies, candidacy for AAC across the age span, and features matching and domains of assessment process required for successful evidence-based AAC implementation. 3 cr. Tuition: $6249

        Eleven-week course (May 21-July 30)

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      • Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing

        SAR SH 728

        Prerequistes: for MS-SLP students only or with consent of the instructor. Provides information on the development of pediatric feeding and swallowing and their associated disorders. Includes an overview of normal development, including breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and transition onto solids; anatomy, physiology, and neurology of pediatric feeding and swallowing; and the epidemiology of common pediatric feeding and swallowing problems. Covers formal and informal clinical assessment; instrumental assessments; treatment of pediatric feeding and swallowing problems, including the use of thickened fluids, modified diets, special equipment, positioning, oral sensory-motor therapy, and behavioral feeding therapy. A team structure approach is emphasized along with the importance of counseling families and caregivers, including a discussion of multicultural feeding influences. Students learn to implement assessment and therapy tasks in the form of hands-on skills and integrate these with patient interaction skills via immersive scenarios, simulation equipment, and staff role play of situations commonly encountered in clinical practice. 2 cr. Tuition: $4166

        Summer 1 (May 20-June 12)

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      • Acquired Cognitive Disorders

        SAR SH 734

        Undergraduate Prerequisites: For MS-SLP students only or with consent of the instructor. - Prereq: for MS-SLP students only or with consent of the instructor. An introduction to the rehabilitation of individuals with acquired brain injury across the recovery continuum from acute care to post-acute rehabilitation and reintegration into the community. Primary focus is on the role of the speech-language pathologist and the knowledge and skills required for diagnosis and treatment of this population. Formal and informal assessment tools, treatment paradigms, function of the interdisciplinary team, prevention, advocacy, and strategies to address the needs of family members are presented. 2 cr. Tuition: $4166

        Summer 1 (June 17-July 10)

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      • Clinical Practicum: Speech and Language

        SAR SH 741

        Undergraduate Prerequisites: For MS-SLP students only. - Prereq: for MS-SLP students only. Students are assigned to their first field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to Boston University specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. Variable cr. Tuition: $2083 per credit

        Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)

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      • Clinical Practicum: Speech and Language

        SAR SH 742

        Undergraduate Prerequisites: For MS-SLP students only - Prereq: for MS-SLP students only. Students are assigned their second field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to Boston University specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. Variable cr. Tuition: $2083 per credit

        Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)

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      • Clinical Practicum: Speech and Language

        SAR SH 743

        Graduate Prerequisites: For MS-SLP students only - Prereq: for MS-SLP students only. Students are assigned their third field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to Boston University specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. Variable cr. Tuition: $2083 per credit

        Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)

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      • Clinical Practicum: Diagnostics

        SAR SH 744

        Undergraduate Prerequisites: For MS-SLP students only. - Prereq: for MS-SLP students only. Upon successful completion of SAR SH 737 and SAR SH 740, students are assigned to the Boston University Speech, Language, and Hearing Center Diagnostic Team. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. Variable cr. Tuition: $2083 per credit

        Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)

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