TCU has a long history of offering courses and degrees that contribute to
the health and well-being of the community. The College of Health and Human Sciences
enhances that tradition by uniting the Harris School of Nursing and three departments-Communication
Sciences and Disorders, Kinesiology, and Social Work-in an integrated unit. The
degree programs offered by the College build on the excellent foundation provided
by the liberal arts and sciences and prepare graduates to practice in complex
and varied professional settings. Many of the courses offered in the College allow
students to learn through practicing in professional and clinical settings and
encounters with multiple and diverse disciplines, practitioners, and clients.
Both classroom and practice environments facilitate the acquisition of skills
to manage technology, an essential aid in finding information and solving problems.
The faculty of the College have created an atmosphere where learning is
a part of the lives of all members of the College community. Faculty are committed
to providing individual attention to student achievement and development. Faculty
are actively involved in teaching, working closely with students in laboratory
and clinical experiences at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty
also serve as academic advisors and provide career and professional guidance.
By integrating clinical practice, professional and community service, and research
activities, the faculty demonstrate their commitment to academic excellence
and leadership.
Mission
The College is dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding of physical
and mental health and development. The College is further committed to integrating
research and ethical practice to prepare graduates who promote all aspects of
health and enhance the human condition. Faculty fulfill this mission by offering
a dynamic curriculum that is responsive to the local and global community. Students
are prepared for a variety of professional roles, including clinical and generalist
practice, teaching, or further study in graduate programs. Faculty provide exemplary
education in the context of the highest standards, preparing students to enter
careers that will benefit society.
Degrees and Majors
The College of Health and Human Sciences offers the following degreees and
majors:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Social Work
Bachelor of Science with majors in:
Habilitation of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Speech-Language Pathology
Health and Fitness
Movement Science
Physical Education
Psychosocial Kinesiology
Minors and Programs
The Department of Social Work offers a minor in Social Work. Minors are also
offered in Habilitation of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Speech-Language
Pathology by the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Minors
in Movement Science and in Health are offered by the Department of Kinesiology,
as well as an accredited program in Athletic Training.
Curriculum
Students seeking a Bachelor of Science degree must fulfill all the degree requirements
described in detail earlier in the Bulletin. This includes completion of the
minimum number of credit hours, typically 124, specified by their majors in
the following categories:
II.Curriculum Requirements of the Major - variable credit hours
Pass/No Credit Option
The department of the major controls approval of P/NC grading options. Departments
typically do not allow P/NC grading in courses in the major or prerequisite
and/or associated requirements.
Multiple Majors
Students with a first major in the College may declare an additional major on
the B.S. degree. Approval by the department and college of both majors is necessary.
The degree awarded will be that of the first major. All degree requirements
for each major must be satisfied, including all University Curriculum Requirement
associated with any major as well as all other requirements.
Transfer Credit
Students must receive approval of courses they wish to take at another college
or university following their admission to Texas Christian University. Students
should gain specific course recommendations from department advisors, then seek
approval from the office of the Dean of the College. Students may not interrupt
their last thirty hours with coursework at another institution.
Degree Plan and Notification of Intent to Graduate
Students must request a degree plan in the Office of the Dean typically after
completing 60 hours. After a degree is awarded, no further work may be applied
to the degree. Students must also file an Intent to Graduate in the Office of
the Dean at the beginning of the last year of course work.
Academic Advisement
Students are responsible for meeting degree requirements of the major. It is
essential that students understand their degree plans and maintain communication
with their departments. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with a departmental
advisor on a regular basis, reviewing progress toward the degree.