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 |
