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Human Anatomy & Physiology Minor

This minor program is hosted by the Division of Anatomical Sciences (Department of Surgery) and the Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Minor provides undergraduate students a pathway to develop a comprehensive knowledge of the human body, which is essential for careers in patient care, biomedical research, health-related education, and healthcare innovation. The minor curriculum includes a variety of lectures, labs, and (optional) independent study and allows for students to tailor their experiences based on personal future goals.

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Declaring the Minor

Minor Declaring Process 

  • Be in good academic standing with a declared major
  • Attend an Information Session
  • Submit Declaration Request Form 
  • Priority will be given to students who:
    • Submit the request prior to March 1 (Winter semester) and November 1 (Fall semester)
    • Earned a B or higher in lecture, lab, and/or elective course requirements
    • Have earlier planned graduation dates
  • If these criteria are met, a lottery will be used

Minor Requirements

In total, students must take at least 5 courses and 16 credits in the following categories:

  • 1 Anatomy Lecture: Anatomy 403
  • 1 Physiology Lecture: Physiol 201,  502
  • 1 Lab: Anatomy 503, 510; Physiol 404,505
  • 1 Anatomy Elective*: Anatomy 303, 498, 499, 503, 510; Anthrbio 366; Neuro 470
  • 1 Physiology Elective*: Physiol 306, 404, 405, 406/506, 415, 502, 505, 541; Biol 225, 226

*One of the two electives can be independent study through a research laboratory, directed readings, or project-based work in Anatomy 498, 499; Physiol 306, 405.

2024-2025 Human Anatomy & Physiology Program Guide

Learn more about our program guide for a minor in Human Anatomy & Physiology.

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Advising
Program Leadership
Mary E. Orczykowski Mary E Orczykowski, PhD
Lecturer IV in Anatomical Science
Elizabeth M. Rust Elizabeth M Rust
Lecturer IV in Molecular and Integrative Physiology