Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the courses designed for?
The Health, Medicine and Human Values courses are designed with pre-health students in mind, but are open to any interested student. These courses are intended for students interested in health professions such as public health, medicine, and health policy. The courses will build a strong foundation in various aspects in health care (social determinants, disparities, cultural competence, ethics, etc.).

Who provides these courses?
The Combined BA/MD Degree Program joint hired faculty with many College of Arts and Sciences academic departments to offer additional sections of the Health, Medicine and Human Values seminars in the areas of reflective writing, medical sociology, health communication, health economics, and medical ethics to the UNM population. It was always in the program’s goals to extend its resources to the UNM community. With the partnered efforts of the college and the program, we are excited to begin offering the HMHV seminars every spring semester (with the exception of HMHV 1110 offered in fall semesters).

Which HMHV courses require override?
The HMHV course sections of 1110, 2110, 301, 310 and 401 are open to all UNM students and an override is not needed to register. There are sections of the same HMHV courses restricted for the students in the BA/MD Program and do require an override.