Trinity University

What you'll study

The programme is typically completed over four years and blends natural science, social science and applied practice. Core topics include human anatomy and physiology, cellular and molecular foundations of health, epidemiology and public health principles, health systems and policy, ethics in healthcare, and research methods and biostatistics. Students take laboratory-based courses (for example anatomy & physiology and clinical laboratory skills), seminars on health communication and cultural competence, and modules in health informatics and quality improvement.

The degree structure normally comprises a set of required core modules, a range of elective options to allow specialisation (such as health promotion, ageing and long-term care, or global health), and experiential learning components. Practical elements may include clinical observation, community placements, internships with health‑care providers or health organisations, and a final-year capstone project or research dissertation that integrates theory and practice.

• Foundations of Human Biology and Physiology
• Epidemiology and Population Health
• Health Systems, Policy and Management
• Research Methods and Biostatistics
• Clinical Skills and Professional Practice
• Health Promotion and Behavioural Change
• Health Informatics and Quality Improvement
• Capstone Project or Applied Placement

Teaching and assessment

Teaching methods include lectures, small-group seminars, laboratory practicals, case-based learning and supervised placements. Assessment is by a combination of written exams, practical assessments, coursework, presentations and the capstone or placement report.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a recognised secondary school qualification or equivalent. Strong performance in sciences—especially biology and chemistry—and mathematics is recommended. Admissions decisions consider academic record, personal statement and any relevant extra‑curricular or volunteer experience in health settings. Where applicable, applicants may be invited to interview.

Applicants holding post-secondary or foundation qualifications should demonstrate successful completion of preparatory coursework in relevant subjects. International applicants must meet Trinity University’s standard admissions and English language requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a wide range of roles across the health sector. Common entry-level positions include health services administration, care coordination, clinical research assistant, health promotion officer, and roles in community and public health programmes. The degree also provides a solid platform for progression to professional training and graduate-level study—such as medicine, physician associate programmes, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, public health (MPH) and health management or policy masters.

Alumni work in hospitals, primary care networks, public health agencies, non‑profit organisations, research institutes and private healthcare providers. The programme’s emphasis on applied experience and transferable skills (communication, data analysis, project management) supports careers both in direct patient-facing roles and in managerial, policy or research positions.

Why study at Trinity University

Trinity University offers a liberal-arts approach that emphasises interdisciplinary thinking, close faculty mentoring and small class sizes—enabling personalised feedback and project supervision. Students benefit from access to on‑campus laboratories, simulation facilities and established partnerships with local health providers for placements and internships.

Career and advising services support students with placement sourcing, graduate-school preparation and professional development. The programme’s combination of scientific grounding, practical experience and opportunities for undergraduate research makes it well suited to students seeking both immediate employment in the health sector and preparation for further clinical or graduate study.