Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Human Development and Family Science at University of Georgia is designed to enable each student to gain and to demonstrate competence in acquiring, integrating, and applying: substantive and theoretical knowledge of both child and family development; knowledge of and skills for conducting research on individual and family development and behavior; and skills for engaging with individuals, families and other professionals in processes that prevent or solve problems and promote competence and well-being.
Features
- To accomplish these goals, both formal course work and practicum experiences in research, teaching, and service are required.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- The goal of the department (HDFS) is to provide an educational experience that promotes the integration of knowledge and professional practice from the fields of child / youth development and family studies.
- Our objectives are to prepare researchers and scholars to generate knowledge about individual and family development and behavior over the life span, as well as educate professionals who will provide educational, implementation, and advocacy services needed for children and families to function more effectively.
- These objectives are consistent with the goals of the University of Georgia, particularly with regard to its land grant mission of fostering research and its application to enhance the quality of life for all individuals.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Disciplines
Economics Family & Consumer Science Developmental Psychology View 98 other PhDs in Economics in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Graduate School application form
- Application processing fee, non-refundable
- An unofficial transcripts from each institution you attended. Official transcripts will be required if offered admission.
- Official test scores sent by the testing agency if required by the academic department
- GRE and GMAT
- Letters of Recommendation will be sent to the academic department electronically as part of the online admission application process
- Supplemental materials required by the department to which you are applying should be mailed directly to the academic department.
Tuition Fee
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International
24630 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24630 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
24630 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24630 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
8682 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8682 USD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Athens
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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