Human Development & Family Sciences
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.
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
Human Development & Family Sciences Degrees
Human Development and Family Sciences
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Address
Texas Tech University, P.O. Box 41230, Lubbock, TX 79409-1230 -
Phone
806.742.3000 -
Email
hs.webmaster@ttu.edu