Bachelor of Arts in Child Study and Human 48 months Undergraduate Program By Tufts University |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 251-300QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Modern LanguagesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The undergraduate program in child study and human development provides students with a strong foundation for developing deep understanding of children and youth, for working with diverse groups of children, adolescents and their families, and for carrying out research on applied issues related to finding better ways to help. Housed in a multidisciplinary department, the program can lead to a variety of careers, including careers in medicine and health, education, public policy, law, and applied research. The program offers opportunities for students to gain valuable field experience in a variety of settings, including hospitals, schools, clinics, educational television studios, museums, and juvenile courts. In addition, there are opportunities to do applied research projects and participate in the ongoing research of the department's research labs. Two Foundational Courses: CSHD 1: Introduction to Child Study and Human Development One additional foundational course from the following: CSHD 51: Intellectual Development in Children CSHD 61: Personal-Social Development CSHD 62: Childhood across Cultures CSHD 155: Development of Language Note: With instructor's permission, undergraduates may take CSHD 151 and CSHD 161 as seniors. Methods Course: CSHD 42: Inquiry and Analysis in Child Study and Human Development Three Courses from within the same concentration (see course offerings within the same concentration) Concentration 1: Child and family health Concentration 2: Child and family policy Concentration 3: Children, Arts, Technology, and Media Concentration 4: Developmental Science Concentration 5: Language and Literacy Concentration 6: Atypical Development Concentration 7: Early Childhood Education Courses that do not fit into these concentrations are considered electives. One Fieldwork or Research Experience (may be fulfilled by two half-credit courses). Three electives (Only ONE of the three electives may be a related fields course taken outside the Child Study and Human Development department. Note: no related fields course counted if the CSHD major's list includes ASL 2 and ASL 3

Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The undergraduate program in child study and human development provides students with a strong foundation for developing deep understanding of children and youth, for working with diverse groups of children, adolescents and their families, and for carrying out research on applied issues related to finding better ways to help. Housed in a multidisciplinary department, the program can lead to a variety of careers, including careers in medicine and health, education, public policy, law, and applied research. The program offers opportunities for students to gain valuable field experience in a variety of settings, including hospitals, schools, clinics, educational television studios, museums, and juvenile courts. In addition, there are opportunities to do applied research projects and participate in the ongoing research of the department's research labs. Two Foundational Courses: CSHD 1: Introduction to Child Study and Human Development One additional foundational course from the following: CSHD 51: Intellectual Development in Children CSHD 61: Personal-Social Development CSHD 62: Childhood across Cultures CSHD 155: Development of Language Note: With instructor's permission, undergraduates may take CSHD 151 and CSHD 161 as seniors. Methods Course: CSHD 42: Inquiry and Analysis in Child Study and Human Development Three Courses from within the same concentration (see course offerings within the same concentration) Concentration 1: Child and family health Concentration 2: Child and family policy Concentration 3: Children, Arts, Technology, and Media Concentration 4: Developmental Science Concentration 5: Language and Literacy Concentration 6: Atypical Development Concentration 7: Early Childhood Education Courses that do not fit into these concentrations are considered electives. One Fieldwork or Research Experience (may be fulfilled by two half-credit courses). Three electives (Only ONE of the three electives may be a related fields course taken outside the Child Study and Human Development department. Note: no related fields course counted if the CSHD major's list includes ASL 2 and ASL 3

Admission requirements

7+

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Founded in 1852, Tufts University is recognized among the premier universities in the United States, known for its rigorous and innovative research and educational programs. Tufts enjoys a global reputation for academic excellence and for the preparation of students as leaders in a wide range of professions. The Carnegie Foundation has recognized Tufts as an “R1” research university with “very high research activity” based on the breadth of basic and clinical research conducted in its eight schools.  Tufts has extensive and highly regarded liberal arts, sciences and engineering programs that draw outstanding students from around the world with the highest academic achievement and standing. More than 98 percent of enrolling students expect to pursue graduate or professional study after completion of a bachelor’s degree. All of Tufts’ schools have a strong international component. Approximately 50 percent of all undergraduates attending Tufts pursue coursework outside the United States to add a strong international dimension to their field of study. Tufts believes that teaching and research are intimately related, and students are encouraged to take part in independent research and scholarship. Above all, Tufts emphasizes that learning and research should be in the service of society, and civic engagement, spearheaded by the Tisch College of Civic Life, is part of almost every aspect and endeavor at the University.

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