Medical Humanities at Â鶹ŮÀÉ explores the intersection of health, the arts, and the sciences. This area of study helps you understand the human side of healthcare—how empathy, ethics, creativity, and communication shape the way we care for others. You’ll learn to see patients as people, not just cases, and develop the skills to connect, analyze, and solve problems in real-world healthcare settings.
About Medical Humanities at Florida Atlantic?
Florida Atlantic’s Medical Humanities concentration stands out for its interdisciplinary approach. Here, you’ll build a strong foundation in the sciences while also engaging deeply with the arts and humanities. Unlike many programs that focus mainly on medical ethics, this concentration encourages you to think broadly—drawing from anthropology, literature, philosophy, visual arts, and more. You’ll gain a holistic perspective that prepares you for medical school or a range of healthcare careers, and you’ll be supported by faculty from diverse fields who are committed to your growth as a thinker, communicator, and future healthcare leader.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science with Honors Concentration in Medical Humanities (through the Wilkes Honors College)
Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Build strong analytical, ethical, and communication skills for healthcare and related fields.
3. Prepare for advanced study or careers in medicine, public health, or allied professions.
2. Communicate effectively and empathetically with diverse individuals and communities.
3. Apply ethical reasoning to real-world healthcare challenges.
4. Demonstrate creative problem-solving and critical thinking in complex situations.
5. Integrate knowledge from the arts, humanities, and sciences to support holistic patient care.
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