Doctor of Health Science
College of Health Sciences
Elevate your knowledge and skills to create an even greater impact in your health discipline with the Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) program at the University of Indianapolis. UIndy’s rigorous curriculum provides students with the strong foundation needed to serve as successful leaders, educators, and scholars in health science. By working collaboratively with classmates from a variety of professional backgrounds as well as expert faculty, students in the DHSc program will not only gain an unparalleled education, but also a professional network from which to build partnerships and create new opportunities in their careers. Graduates will step into their communities confident, competent, and ready to tackle today’s complex health issues.
My Doctor of Health Science degree from UIndy helped propel me into the academic world after a career as a clinician. I learned from so many great professionals while in the program who I have tried to emulate in my current position, and I continue to use the network I cultivated while at UIndy on a regular basis. My career would not have been possible without the DHSc program at UIndy!
Research
With our flexible online format and the support of our experienced faculty, as a student in the DHSc program at UIndy, you will have the opportunity to conduct research on health science topics that matter to you. The curriculum is specifically designed to prepare you for your dissertation, with a series of sequential research courses that walk you through the process. Instead of a capstone requirement, you will prove your ability to independently engage in research and apply your studies to the real world through the development and defense of your dissertation.
Past dissertation topics have included:
- Burnout amongst rehabilitation therapists working in long-term care settings
- Culturally-appropriate HIV care and support services for older African-American women
- Physical literacy and motivation to engage in physical activity after bariatric surgery
Our students represent a wide variety of professional backgrounds, which serves to enrich the classroom experience for students and faculty alike. Their unique perspectives help to inform their coursework, peer collaboration, and research pursuits in meaningful ways.
More For Less
Earn two credentials at the same time, and for less tuition, with the dual program options through the Interprofessional Health and Aging Studies (IHAS) department at UIndy. You can pair complementary degrees to expand your understanding and perspective of the health sciences and stand out even better in the job market.
IHAS offers dual program options include:
- Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) + Master’s in Aging Studies
- DHSc + Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education
- DHSc + Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration