Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Interdisciplinary Health Program

The Interdisciplinary Health Program (IHP) is a joint program between the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences in partnership with the Faculty of Arts. Classes take place at the Fort Garry campus.

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What we offer

The Interdisciplinary Health Program (IHP) offers two four-year degree programs: Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) and Bachelor of Health Studies (BHSt). Both degrees combine knowledge from science and social science disciplines in their content and learning experiences. The integration supports the promotion of health by creating a new understanding among graduates of the determinants of health and how these determinants influence the health of individuals, families, and communities.

Awards and scholarships

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The University of Manitoba issues more than $17 million to students each year in the form of scholarships and bursaries. Find out how you can access funding so you can focus on your studies.

Academic advising

We are here to assist you with general questions, course permissions, repeating courses, program planning, program review and registration. You are always able to email us any questions you may have. If needed, we can also set up an appointment.

Please email IHP.Advisors@umanitoba.ca.

When you contact us, be sure to include your full name, student number and home faculty information. If you have any preferred dates/times, please include that information as well.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Careers

Many employers are interested in the skills that health studies/sciences graduates typically possess. These include: 

  • Understanding of the significance of health and illness in a cultural context
  • Willingness to learn new information and adapt to an ever-changing field
  • Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information in a clear and concise manner
  • Written and oral communication skills

Explore the tabs to learn more about where your studies can take you.

Employment sectors

  • Biotechnology laboratories
  • Community health clinics/centres
  • Consulting firms
  • Employment agencies (for persons with disabilities)
  • Government departments (municipal, provincial, federal)
  • Health charities/foundations
  • Health promotion agencies
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities (including mental health care centres)
  • Multi-cultural organizations
  • Non-governmental organizations (including those involved in international development)
  • Private sector companies
  • Research institutes
  • Social service agencies

Potential careers

The following titles are listed to provide a broad representation of potential occupational options. Not all graduates will be qualified for all of these positions. Careful course selection is recommended, as is the acquisition of relevant skills though paid/volunteer experiences. Additional certifications may be required or preferred.

  • Abuse prevention consultant
  • Activities instructor - mental health care facility
  • Biomedical research
  • Biotechnology laboratories
  • Community health clinics/centres
  • Community health educator
  • Community wellness worker
  • Consulting firms
  • Coordinator, program planning and evaluation
  • Data analyst
  • Diagnostic services/laboratory medicine
  • Employment agencies (for persons with disabilities)
  • Forensic research
  • Fundraiser, health-related organization/foundation
  • Government departments (municipal, provincial, federal)
  • Health & safety program coordinator
  • Health care administrator
  • Health charities/foundations
  • Health policy analyst
  • Health promotion agencies
  • Health research coordinator
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities (including mental health care centres)
  • Laboratory technologist
  • Multi-cultural organizations
  • Non-governmental organizations (including those involved in international development)
  • Pharmaceutical/health product sales representative
  • Potential sectors of employment
  • Private sector companies
  • Research institutes
  • Residential care worker
  • Social service agencies
  • Specialist, career/employment services (for persons with disabilities)
  • Transitional support worker (acquired brain injury unit)
  • Victim services worker
  • Volunteer coordinator
  • Youth care worker

Health careers requiring further studies

A major goal of the Interdisciplinary Health Program is to provide a foundation for students who wish to apply to professional health-care programs such as:

  • Medicine
  • Occupational therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Physician assistant studies
  • Genetic counselling

Additional health-related graduate programs:

  • Biochemistry and medical genetics
  • Community health sciences
  • Human anatomy and cell science
  • Immunology
  • Pharmacology and therapeutics
  • Physiology and pathophysiology

Our story

Contact us

If you are visiting our office or collaborating with a member of our team, please review the tab below for information on accessibility and accommodation supports.

Accessibility information and accommodation supports

Visiting our office - front entrance: The main entrance has stairs only.

Accessible entry: A ramp to the 100 level is located at the back of the building, closer to University College. Entering through the back door provides access to the elevator.

Tunnel access: The building is also accessible from the tunnels via a ramp.

Accessible washroom: There is a single-stall accessible, gender-inclusive washroom on the 200 level, across from the IHP office.

Office space: The hallway in the IHP office can accommodate most wheelchairs and mobility aids. If additional space is needed, we can arrange for another office or boardroom within the same building.

Lighting and temperature: Our office has fluorescent lights with a dimmer, and most staff offices have temperature controls. Please let us know if adjustments are needed.

Scent policy: We do not have an official scent-free policy, but staff keep scents to a minimum. Note that staff occasionally eat in their offices, so we cannot guarantee a space free of allergens.

Sign language interpretation: If you require sign language interpretation, please inform us prior to your appointment so we can arrange this with Student Accessibility Services.

Alternate document formats: Available upon request. Contact us at IHP.Advisors@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-9759 or 204-474-8992.

Feel free to reach out with any specific needs or concerns.

Interdisciplinary Health Program
202 Human Ecology Building
35 Chancellor Circle
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2

IHP.Office@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8137