Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences - Human Development and Family Resources

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences offers a Master of Science or Master of Arts degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. The degree program is designed for professionals seeking advanced study in one of the specialty areas of family and consumer sciences. The program is recommended for students whose undergraduate degree is also in Family and Consumer Sciences. It is less appropriate for students with undergraduate degrees in more specific areas (such as a B.A. in Apparel, Merchandizing, and Design). This program option is most appropriate for individuals interested in careers in the human development and family resources field who have related degrees such as psychology, sociology, and social work. Career Possibilities Careers opportunities for graduates are in the areas of educational programming for individuals and families, community outreach services and other related areas. Positions could include working as case managers, program coordinators, or administrators.