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Child Development and Family Studies

Purdue University Calumet
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Tuition USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 284 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2001-05-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Hammond, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Child Development and Family Studies at Purdue University Calumet is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Child Development and Family Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 284 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  6. Location: Hammond, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Child Development and Family Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Human Development and Family Studies
  2. Marriage and Family Therapy

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Submitting Transcripts - If a transcript is not in English, you must provide an English translation certified by the college or university which issued it.
  • Official Transcripts - You will need to provide official transcripts and/or academic records at the request of the graduate program or if you are admitted and choose to enroll. An official transcript bears the original signature of the registrar and/or the original seal of the issuing institution. Official transcripts and/or English translations must be mailed directly from a Registrar\xc2\x92s office to the Office of Graduate Studies. You can choose to send the transcripts yourself, but the transcripts must be in an envelope sealed by the Registrar.
    • Test Scores - Depending upon your field of study, you may be required to take one or more standardized tests. Standardized tests are uniform in nature and are administered and scored in the same fashion for all students by organizations not affiliated with Purdue University.
  • The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) has a general test component, which is most often required for graduate admission. Some programs will also require the completion of a GRE Subject Test that focuses on a specific field of study. Although the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not a Graduate School requirement, many graduate programs require this test.
  • The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is often required for individuals interested in management or other business-related programs.
  • The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System) evaluate a person\xc2\x92s level of English proficiency for individuals whose native language is not English.
    • Statement of Purpose - each degree-seeking applicant is expected to complete a Statement of Purpose.
    • Recommendations - three (3) letters of recommendation are required for degree-seeking applicants.

    English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 284 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 284 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Purdue University Calumet directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

    About Purdue University Calumet

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    Purdue University Calumet

    Hammond, United States

    Purdue University Calumet is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

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    Application Information
    • Application Deadline 2001-05-18
    • Start Date 2018-08-28
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months
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