Overview

Human Development and Family Studies is an applied, interdisciplinary field that draws from disciplines ranging from developmental psychology, education and sociology to examine how individuals and families develop across the lifespan and the role of key contexts in their growth and development.

Students pursuing this program from University of New Hampshire are prepared through coursework and real-world laboratory, practicum and internship experiences to work in direct-service positions promoting developmentally appropriate and evidence-based best practices.

Students can specialize in one of three concentration areas: child development, which focuses on infancy through childhood with an emphasis on learning, education and developmentally appropriate practices and activities; family support, which focuses on development within the context of families, close relationships, and communities; or lifespan development, which focuses on understanding and supporting development across the entire lifespan.

Why study Human Development and Family Studies at UNH?

Students have multiple opportunities to put theory into practice through the Child Study and Development Center and community-based settings that serve individuals and families. Students in the child development concentration may apply to the Early Childhood Education Teaching Preparation Program, while students in the family support concentration are encouraged to pursue provisional status as a Certified Family Life Educator, preparing them to work in areas such as social services, health services, family support and youth programs.

Careers

Child and family support specialist
Child care director
Child life specialist
Cooperative extension specialist
Family intervention case manager
Family life educator
Family policy analyst
Parent educator
Public school teacher
Youth development program director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Development
Intimate Relationships and Families
Developmental Perspectives on Infancy and Early Childhood
Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Settings
Child Development Internship
Curriculum for Young Children

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

130 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Completed Application: application fee $65 for non-residents
Official Transcripts
Letter Of Recommendation
Official TOFEL, IELTS Or Duolingo Scores
Official SAT Or ACT Scores (optional)
Special Program Requirements

Tuition Fees

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37070 USD / year

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Out-of-State

37070 USD / year

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In-State

15908 USD / year

≈ 15908 USD / year

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Why study Human Development and Family Studies at UNH?

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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