Family and Consumer Sciences Major, BA

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The BA in family and consumer sciences comprises a general introduction to the broad areas of family and consumer sciences and, with an appropriate minor, can provide students with a well-rounded preparation for life or for further advanced study. This major requires a minor or double major. Students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.3 for full admission to this major and a 2.5 GPA for graduation.

Required Courses

ATM 301 - Introduction to the Fashion Industry Credits: (4)
OR ATM 420 - Consumer Textiles Credits: (4)
FCS 371 - Real World Finance Credits: (3)
FCS 472 - Life Management Credits: (5)
FCL 232 - Child Development Credits: (3)
FCL 234 - Contemporary Families Credits: (4)
FCL 236 - Parent Education and Guidance Credits: (4)
FCL 237 - Human Sexuality Credits: (4)
FCS 205 - FCS Entry Assessment Credits: (1)
FCS 405 - FCS Exit Assessment Credits: (1)
NUTR 101 - Introduction to Human Nutrition Credits: (5)
NUTR 240 - Introduction to Foods Credits: (2)
FCS 367 - Family Housing Credits: (3)
NUTR 240LAB - Introduction to Foods Laboratory Credits: (2)

Choose two of the following for 6-8 credits:

ATM 280 - Basic Sewing Techniques Credits: (3)
ATM 281 - Socio-cultural Aspects of Apparel Credits: (4)
FCS 166 - Applied Creativity Credits: (3)
FCL 235 - Relationships and Personal Development Credits: (3)
FCL 310 - Family Issues in the 21st Century Credits: (4)
FCL 339 - Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood Credits: (4)

Total Credits: 47-49

Small Plan Major (fewer than 60 credits)

This major requires the completion of a minor or second major. Please consult with the departments about any specific restrictions regarding overlap between plans.

College and Department Information

Career and Technical Education Program
College of Education and Professional Studies

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