Minor in Medicine, Health and Culture
Program Overview
Degree Type
Interdisciplinary Minor
Department Co-Chairs
John Banisaukas and Carmela Epright
What is a medicine, health and culture minor?
Health and disease affect the whole person, so a full understanding of wellness requires gaining social, psychological, cultural, religious, historical, economic, legal and philosophical perspectives. The medicine, health and culture interdisciplinary minor at Furman explores and critiques traditional, historical and contemporary paradigms of medical care and the intricacies of health and healing as a way of bringing depth to your chosen educational path.
Why study medicine, health and culture at Furman?
As a private liberal arts and sciences university, Furman provides an exceptional environment for multidisciplinary studies, allowing students to make connections between multiple areas of interest. The medicine, health and culture minor includes course work from more than 10 different academic disciplines. Small class sizes facilitate one-on-one access to faculty members who are among the best in their fields. Get in touch with our admissions team to learn more.
How will you learn?
Research projects are a significant part of the Furman experience, and students in the medicine, health and culture minor will have many opportunities to share their research with the campus community. Field work and independent study also factor into the minor, as well as international study options focused on global health inequities. And many students participate in internships to help them explore their passions. Visit our campus or request information to learn more.
Careers for medicine, health and culture minors
The medicine, health and culture minor provides an opportunity to explore health, medicine, wellness, illness and the body from multiple perspectives using various methodologies.
These topics are not only important for students considering a career in health care – this minor will help you expand your knowledge of policy, law, psychology, economics, religion, sociology, culture and technology, providing crucial perspectives for careers such as:
- Educator
- Doctor or health care worker
- Nonprofit manager
- Psychologist
- Economist
- Lawyer
Medicine, health and culture courses: What will you study?
Health Economics
Healthcare, Public Policy, & Law
What our students say
“Through the medicine, health and culture minor, I studied how social factors, such as living and working conditions, influence health outcomes and was able to observe classroom concepts in during clinical observations. The minor provided broad perspectives of the medical field and offered valuable insight about providing holistic care, which will greatly assist me as I pursue a career as a physician.” - Christine Fasana ’22
Our faculty
Similar to declaring a major, students meet with the minor chair to discuss the requirements.
There is no limit to the number of minors a student can declare.
A minor program is an excellent way to explore further interests, gain additional skills to attract future employers, and discover connections between different subjects you’re passionate about. Many students find that taking on a minor makes for a more well-rounded and complete educational experience.