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Department of Human Sciences

Improving Quality of Life
Via Education, Prevention, and Development

About Our Programs

The mission of the Department of Human Sciences at Tennessee State University is to prepare students for leadership roles in the field of Family and Consumer Sciences that empower individuals, strengthen families, and enable communities through education, outreach (extension), and discovery (research).

Human Sciences is a people-centered field of study that focuses on the science and art of living and working well in a complex world. Through research, experiential education, and technology, Human Sciences professionals help people to develop the essential knowledge and skills to:

Lead better lives
Be work and career ready
Build strong families
Make meaningful contributions to our communities

Primary Areas of Study

The primary areas of study within the Human Sciences Department at Tennessee State University include:

Human and child development and family relations
Textiles, apparel, and retailing
Food science and nutrition
Health management and wellness
Culinary arts

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Career Paths

Image of family Students completing degrees in Human Sciences work in a variety of settings including:

Child care and academic education
Community education for adults and youth, including Cooperative Extension programs
Business and industry
Government
Health and human services

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