Child and Family Studies Research
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Child and Family Studies – Applied Research
Explore Development Through Applied Research
The Applied Research Track in the B.A. in Child and Family Studies at UT Permian Basin is perfect for students who want to use science to study human development. This track focuses on life-span development. It covers cognitive, social, health, and atypical development. The aim is to apply research to real-world challenges in development.
Degree Requirements
To earn a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Studies – Applied Research Track at UT Permian Basin, students must complete at least 120 total semester credit hours, including:
- 37 credit hours in Child and Family Studies coursework
- Completion of student teaching or CHLD 4399 – Applied Research Project
- One course each from the Developmental Studies, Psychological Studies, and Research Studies categories
- An 18 credit hour minor in a related field of choice
- A grade of C or better in all major courses and a minimum 2.0 GPA overall
- At least 30 credit hours at UTPB, with 24 of the final 30 taken in residence
Careers for B.A. in Child and Family Studies Majors
Earning a degree in child and family studies creates opportunities in many fields, including:
- Parent-Child Education
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Counseling
- Social Services
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing
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