Overview

The Human Development and Family Science - Individual and Family Development Across the Lifespan programme from University of North Texas is a great option for students interested in human development across the lifespan who want to work with families and/or individuals (of any age) but not necessarily within a classroom setting that requires a teaching credential.

Key facts

During your first semesters in the programme, you will learn about:

Career options related to Human Development and Family Science

Developmental and family theories used to guide research

Human development

Observation and assessment of human beings

Marketable Skills

Apply knowledge to practice

Apply practical tools for working effectively with others

Multicultural/diversity competencies

Teamwork

Oral and written communication

Career areas include:

Relationship and parenting education

Afterschool/youth development programs

Cooperative Extension

Military youth and family services

Crisis shelters and centers

Foster care and adoption

Older adult support programs

Family/social service agencies

Child/family policy analysis and advocacy

Refugee and immigrant support programs

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Courtship and Marriage

Family Resource Management

Current Research in Family Science

Family Life and Human Sexuality

Psychology of Adult Development and Aging

The Impact of Culture on Individuals and Families

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-04 00:00:00 , National

More details

National: applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no specific deadline for the spring semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denton, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Students with a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0 or higher are guaranteed admission to UNT. Students' GPAs will be standardized on a 4.0 GPA scale once transcripts are submitted.

UNT is test-score-optional, however, submitting test scores can help determine admission decisions, testing exemptions and scholarship opportunities.

An applicant's GED certificate of completion must reflect a minimum score of 165 on each of the four exams. Applicants with scores from 145-164 will be individually reviewed and required to submit additional documents, such as an essay and letters of recommendation.

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

24932 USD / year

≈ 24932 USD / year
Out-of-State

24932 USD / year

≈ 24932 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12092 USD / year

≈ 12092 USD / year

Living costs

Denton

United States

1036 - 1920 USD / 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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Key facts

Marketable Skills

Career areas include:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Denton

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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