Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Integrative Physiology] From University of Colorado

IP students spend a significant portion of their freshman and sophomore years taking prerequisite course work in biology, chemistry, human anatomy and human physiology, physics and statistics.

In their junior and senior years, students take at least three of the six core courses: biomechanics, cell physiology, endocrinology, immunology, exercise physiology and neurophysiology. In addition, a number of elective courses are offered to complete the degree including independent study, internships and honors work with individual faculty members.

Because of its emphasis on the natural sciences, many students select the integrative physiology major as preparation for a premedical program, since it provides the type of course work required for advanced training in areas such as health, wellness and medicine.

The program provides students with the knowledge, skills and expertise required for advanced training in fields like physical therapy, medicine, osteopathic medicine, dentistry, exercise management, nursing and physiological sciences. A degree in IP also qualifies graduates for other career possibilities in cardiac rehabilitation, chiropractic, geriatrics, physical fitness programming (industrial and corporate) and further scientific training in graduate school.