Overview

Gain expertise in a subject area that interests you by choosing to focus on the content areas of Adult Development and Gerontology, Sexuality and Relationships or Youth Studies, preparing you for a career in fields such as social work, gerontology, public health, occupational therapy, family law and mediation, couple and family therapy and family relations and human development.

A unique component of the BASc undergraduate degree, the guaranteed practicum placement gives students up to 336 hours of practical experience working with youth, young adults, families or seniors in a human service organization.

What Can You Do with a Degree in Family Studies and Human Development?

Graduates from the University of Guelph Family Studies and Human Development program are prepared for a variety of graduate studies opportunities and career pathways, all under the context of working with individuals and families.

Here are just a few careers our FSHD program graduates have successfully pursued:

Counselling or social work
Elementary/secondary teaching
Working with older adults
Health promotion
Sexuality education

Why Family Studies and Human Development?

Develop the foundations for an exciting career working with individuals and families.

You'll build a deeper understanding of individual and family health, well-being, and relationships from childhood into old age and hone your skills through practical experience, preparing you for a career in fields such as social work, public health, speech-language pathology, and much more.

Students in the Family Studies and Human Development FSHD program may also be interested in studying Sociology, Psychology, a degree in Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, or other majors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Development
Nutrition
Psychology
Couple and Family Relationships
Genetics and Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guelph, Canada

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science Developmental Psychology View 5 other Bachelors in Developmental Psychology in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The secondary school graduation certificate which would admit a student to an internationally recognized university in their home country is normally acceptable for admission to the University of Guelph.

Required Courses

English
Math
1 course from: Biology or Chemistry
3 additional courses

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

39837 CAD / year

≈ 39837 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9321 CAD / year

≈ 9321 CAD / year

Additional Details

Local: $7814

Living costs

Guelph

Canada

1157 - 1804 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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What Can You Do with a Degree in Family Studies and Human Development?

Why Family Studies and Human Development?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Guelph

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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