College of Human Sciences -
Auburn University
Auburn University
Auburn University


    Undergraduate Opportunities


    The College of Human Sciences at Auburn University offers five undergraduate degree opportunities:

  • Department of Consumer Affairs

    • Apparel Merchandising, Design and Production Management

    option 1) Apparel Merchandising
    option 2) Product Design and Production Management
    (both options provide career preparation for the apparel/textile industry)

    • Interior Design (accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation – CIDA);  Ranked #4 in the United States by the 2007 Design Intelligence survey of employers

  • Department of Human Development and Family Studies

    option 1) Human Development and Family Studies
    option 2) dual objective program with Early Childhood Education

HDFS curriculum is designed to develop a multidisciplinary perspective on the study of individuals and families across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on practical application of classroom knowledge. Graduates enter a variety of careers with children, parents, single adults, couples, and families.

  • Department of Nutrition and Food Science

    • Nutrition and Food Science

      option 1)
      Dietetics - focuses on the relationship of diet and food to human physiology and to human health and well-being
      option 2) Food Science - emphasizes the application of the basic sciences and engineering to the development, production, processing, packaging and distribution of food
      option 3) Nutrition Science - designed to prepare students for health professional schools (i.e.: medical, dental, physical therapy, occupational therapy)


    • Hotel and Restaurant Management - prepares graduates for careers in the premium service segment of the hospitality industry, including hotel, club, or food and beverage (restaurant) management

 

Career paths of CHS graduates include…

SCIENCE

  • Clinical Dietitian
  • Research Scientist in Food Product Development, Processing, Preservation, Packaging, Evaluation
  • Pharmaceutical Representative
  • Textile Research Scientist
  • Textile Dyeing or Finishing Specialist
  • Textile Quality Control Analyst
  • Pre-Health Career Preparation
  • Pre-Dentistry
  • Pre-Physical Therapy

BUSINESS

  • Fashion Buyer
  • Food and Beverage Manager
  • Apparel Production Manager
  • Sales Representative for Textiles or Apparel Industry
  • Financial Planner
  • Hotel Manager
  • Apparel Engineer
  • Home Fashions Marketing and Sales Representative
  • Credit or Financial Counselor
  • Food Industry Sales or Marketing Representative
  • Food Journalist

DESIGN

  • Interior Designer
  • Apparel Designer
  • Lighting Specialist
  • Interior Furnishings Consultant
  • Fashion Coordinator
  • Apparel Pattern Maker
  • Fashion Illustrator or Journalist
  • Residential or Commercial Designer
  • Visual Merchandiser/Display Manager
  • Technical Illustrator

HUMAN RELATIONS

  • Social Services Agency Professional
  • Hospital Child Life Specialist
  • Drug/Alcohol Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Senior Citizens Service Director
  • Family Life Specialist in Industry
  • Day Care/Preschool Director or Head Teacher
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • Parent Educator
  • Adult Day Care Director
  • Cooperative Extension System Agent/4-H Agent

 

Admissions
CHS follows the Auburn University admissions criteria for freshmen and transfer students for all undergraduate programs with the exception of Interior Design. Additional information about admission to AU is available from the Office of Undergraduate Recruitment.  Students interested in applying for the Interior Design program must file additional application materials with the Department of Consumer Affairs.

Arranging a Visit
All prospective students are invited to visit the campus of Auburn University. To arrange a visit or request more information about undergraduate programs in the College of Human Sciences, contact:

Dr. Susan Hubbard
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
College of Human Sciences
266 Spidle Hall
Auburn University, AL 36849-5601
Tel 334.844.4790 Fax 334.844.3749
hubbasg@auburn.edu