Family Studies M.S. to Ph.D. and Ph.D. Programs
Students may apply to the Family Studies M.S. to Ph.D. program and complete course work and a thesis under the guidance of a major adviser and committee. If successful, they may be recommended to continue their work toward a doctoral degree resulting in the award of the Ph.D.
The doctoral program follows a mentoring model whereby students work closely with a faculty mentor in developing research and instructional competencies. Programs of study are individualized, permitting inclusion of significant course work in specific subjects related to marriage and family relationships across the life course in departmental offerings such as child development, gerontology, and therapy as well as in other departments within the university.
Three core courses comprise the substantive portion of the Family Studies option:
Marriage and Family Relationships
Perspectives on Human Sexuality
Process in Relationships