Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences

The Master of Science in family and consumer sciences graduate program prepares students through teaching and experiential learning, research, and theoretical application to improve the diverse global society. The program?s integrative approach is designed to prepare graduates for leadership positions by advancing critical thinking, reflective practice, knowledge, and communication skills. It is an applied graduate program that focuses on teaching, experiential learning, research, and theoretical application to improve the diverse, global society. Through an integrative approach, the Master's in FCS program advances critical thinking, reflective practice, knowledge, and communication skills. Each student chooses one of the following options to include in the program for a minimum of three and a maximum of six semester hours: internship (FCS 5980), independent study (FCS 5990), or thesis (FCS 5950). Either the comprehensive exam or thesis is required as the Certificate of Comprehensive Knowledge. Programs of study, which are completed in consultation with a graduate advisor and program committee, require a presentation component of graduate internship, independent study, or thesis. Graduates work in non-profit organizations, social service agencies, court advocacy, outreach programs, teaching, or go on to doctoral programs at other institutions.