PhD Human Development and Family Science Educational Psychology

Focuses on individual growth and development across the lifespan as well as interpersonal interactions within the family context; this concentration also provides advanced study in developmental and family theory; social, emotional, and cognitive development; marriage and family relationships; and diversity in multiple forms and contexts.

At the University of North Texas, the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Educational Psychology focuses on generating sophisticated data for key decision-makers. The data can be used:

• By faculty members to advance other fields using critical research methods and develop new approaches
• To demonstrate the value of programs serving children and families or social policy
• To help corporations remain competitive

The Department of Educational Psychology offers challenging coursework that examines human development, family studies and policy.