Human Development

Field Study

Bachelor of Science in Human Development
Human Services Concentration

In order to enroll in field studies, students must

  • Have Junior standing
  • Have a 2.0 GPA
  • Have successfully completed HD 1004, HD 2004, HD 2235, HD 2336
  • Meet with the field study coordinator
  • Register for 3 or 6 field study credits,
  • Complete the field study enrollment form (available in 359 Wallace)

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF FIELD STUDY:

  • Complete 6 credits (288 hours)
  • Credits may be earned through a single-semester placement of 6 credits or two-semester placements each with a minimum of 3 credits.
  • Students splitting their field studies over more than one semester may continue at the same placement or at two different placements.
  • Field studies are graded on the A-F scale.
  • Grades are awarded based on the:
    • Quality of academic assignments returned to the Field Studies Coordinator
    • Evaluation by the field study site supervisor
    • Attendance at classes led by the Field Studies Coordinator
    • Appropriate documentation of time spent in the placement

View past field study placements.
Learn about the undergraduate curriculum.