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Master’s in Health Sciences Online Degrees Deepen your knowledge with our accredited degrees in health science
Why Choose One of Liberty’s Master of Science in Health Sciences Online Degrees?
If you’re a health services professional looking to advance your career, Liberty University’s School of Health Sciences can help! Our online master’s in health sciences degrees can help equip you for advanced roles in academia or in the health services industry. Whether you want to work as a medical scientist or help people develop healthier habits, we can help you pursue your goals.
You are passionate about health and wellness, and we want to help you turn that passion into a rewarding career. Maybe you’re already working in the health services field — or perhaps you’re looking to get started in this fast-growing industry. Either way, we provide the flexible courses, affordable tuition rates, and practical training you need to prepare for exciting job opportunities.
Available Master’s in Health Sciences Online Degree Programs
Some of our online health sciences master’s degrees have required residential intensives. These week-long intensives will give you the chance to visit our beautiful campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. During these intensives, you can receive hands-on training in our state-of-the-art facilities and network with other professionals in the health services industry.
Master of Arts in Medical Sciences
Liberty’s medical sciences degree online can help equip you to develop treatments, products, and medical techniques that help the human body heal. You can choose from 5 different specializations: biopsychology, business management, health informatics, molecular medicine, and public health. You’ll receive advanced training in many aspects of medicine and take an in-depth look at human anatomy.
This master’s in medical sciences is designed to help boost your academic record, improve your chances of getting into medical school, and equip you for careers in the biotechnology and healthcare industries.
What can you do with an online medical sciences master’s degree?
Some roles you may qualify for after completing this program include:
- Clinical analyst
- Clinical research associate
- Grants officer
- Healthcare manager
- Medical affairs consultant
- Medical science liaison
Master of Public Health
Liberty University’s online master’s in public health can help equip you for careers at the local, national, and international level. You can learn how to promote health and wellness, prevent disease, and improve the quality of life in many types of communities.
Within the master’s in public health online, you can choose from 4 specializations — environmental health, global health, community health promotion, and nutrition — so you can pursue a career in the field you’re most passionate about. You’ll learn how to improve healthcare policies and practices in your own community and around the world. By earning your MPH online at Liberty, you can better the lives of people everywhere.
What can you do with a master’s in public health (MPH) degree?
Liberty University’s MPH program can help you pursue a variety of exciting careers in the public health field, such as:
- Disaster relief worker
- Food sanitarian
- Government medical specialist
- Health and safety advocate
- Health educator
- Public health specialist
Master of Science in Exercise Science and Wellness
Liberty University’s exercise science master’s program will train you to help others lead healthier lives. You’ll explore the best methods for designing exercise regimens and helping people achieve peak physical health. Our MS in Exercise Science online offers a specialization in fitness and performance as well as one in nutrition and wellness. The core courses can help strengthen your understanding of exercise physiology, fitness assessment, nutrition, statistics, and research methods.
What can you do with a master’s degree in exercise science?
With Liberty’s online master’s degree in exercise science and wellness, you can become equipped to pursue a variety of jobs in the world of nutrition and fitness. Some of these roles include:
- Human performance specialist
- Nutrition and exercise specialist
- Sports physiologist
- Sports scientist
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Trainer
Master of Science in Human Biology
Our human biology degree online can help prepare you for a career in academia. If you want to teach biology-related courses at the university level, then this master’s in biology is for you! We’ll train you in a variety of subjects, including genetics, cellular biology, physiology, and anatomy.
Additionally, you’ll take several education courses so you can prepare to foster a positive learning environment for students at the postsecondary level. By completing this online biology degree, you can prepare to become an effective educator and equip the next generation of students with the tools they need to succeed.
What can you do with a biology master’s degree?
Liberty’s human biology graduate program can help you pursue roles in academia, such as:
- Postsecondary biological science teacher
- Postsecondary educational administrator
- Instructional coordinator
Master of Science in Human Performance
In Liberty’s master’s in human performance online program, you can learn how to help athletes feel and play their best. You can choose from 4 different specializations: clinical, fitness and wellness, nutrition, and strength and conditioning. This isn’t just a sports performance degree — you can learn how to promote health and wellness in a variety of client populations, including athletes. Some of the topics you’ll study include biomechanics, exercise physiology, statistical analysis, and performance nutrition.
What can you do with a master’s in human performance?
Liberty University’s online graduate program in human performance can help you work with athletes and other clients who want to better their health. Some roles you could qualify for include:
- Cardiac rehabilitation exercise specialist
- Exercise physiologist
- Fitness trainer
- Human performance specialist
- Nutrition and exercise specialist
- Wellness coach
Master of Science in Nutrition
Liberty University’s online nutrition degree provides a stepping-stone to earning your Certified Nutrition Specialist credential. You can learn how to help others develop better nutritional habits and achieve their health goals. Our master’s in nutrition online explores a variety of topics, including epidemiology, biochemistry, nutrition research, eating disorders, and foodborne illness prevention.
What can you do with a master’s in nutrition?
With this degree, you can pursue roles as a nutritionist in a variety of settings, such as holistic health centers, community centers, or private practices. Some of the roles you may qualify for include:
- Health educator
- Nutritionist counselor
- Private nutrition consultant
- Wellness consultant
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Value of a Degree
At Liberty, you’ll study under professors who are rooted in their Christian faith. They can help you learn how to integrate biblical principles with professional knowledge so you can stand out as a person of integrity in the workplace.
Liberty’s mission is to Train Champions for Christ. To fulfill this mission, we provide a rigorous, challenging curriculum that can help you pursue your career goals. At Liberty, you won’t just get a degree — you’ll be equipped to use your passion and skills in service to God and others.
Return on Investment
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides valuable information on how a degree can impact salary prospects. Learn more!*
Employment Opportunities
Explore job outlook statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the following careers: exercise physiologist** and public health specialist.***
Professional Connections
Mastering concepts and gaining foundational knowledge shouldn’t be the only benefits of a bachelor’s degree. Our world-class online learning environment is designed to facilitate collaboration and networking.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Unemployment rates and earnings by educational attainment, 2021 (viewed online Dec. 4, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Exercise Physiologists, 2022 (viewed online Dec. 4, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
***Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Health Education Specialists, 2022 (viewed online Dec. 4, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I pursue a health sciences master’s online at Liberty?
- Our online courses provide a flexible, cutting-edge learning environment, complete with built-in simulations, class interaction, and no set login times!
- By completing week-long intensives, you can gain marketable, hands-on experience and make important professional connections.
- Some of our master’s programs can help you pursue professional certifications! Check with your state for specific details about certification requirements.
- Liberty is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Our programs have met rigorous academic standards and accreditation requirements.
- All of our courses are taught through the lens of a biblical worldview. That way, you can train to live out ethical principles in the workplace and become a leader of integrity.
- With our flexible course format, you can stay invested in your family, job, and community while taking the next step in your academic journey.
What are the benefits of earning a degree from Liberty’s Rawlings School of Divinity?
Our online master’s degree programs offer students the following benefits:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years — and counting.
- Most of our master’s in health sciences degrees are available in an 8-week course format with 8 different start dates offered each year and no set login times!
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