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Human Development & Family Sciences

 
Texas Tech Human Development Degree

Exploring the science of human, relationship, and family development

The Department of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) offers a wide range of courses in the areas of early childhood education, human development across the lifespan, interpersonal relationships, and family sciences. Graduates of the department become qualified to pursue a variety of careers in healthcare, social services, education, public policy, public health programs, non-profit agencies, counseling parent and family life education, and/or pursue graduate studies.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences is to promote the health and well-being of individuals, families and relationships across the life span through research, teaching, service and community outreach and engagement.

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Potential Areas of Study

  • Lifespan Human Development
  • Dynamics of Family Interactions
  • Prenatal & Infancy Development
  • Adolescent Development
  • Middle Adulthood
  • Gerontology and Older Adulthood
  • Parenting
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Close/Romantic Relationships
  • Cross-Cultural Perspectives 

Experiential Learning

  • 90-150 Hours of Community Practicum
  • Direct Experience Working with Children & Families
  • Undergraduate Research Opportunities
  • Faculty-Led Study Abroad
  • Service Learning Courses
  • Graduate Research Opportunities
  • Graduate Student Assistantships