Child and Youth Studies (MA)

A unique multi-disciplinary approach to the study of children and youth where students are encouraged to think and study across traditional disciplinary boundaries. This program is part of a growing international movement for multi and transdisciplinary perspectives in Child and Youth Studies. Students gain a theoretical foundation for the study of children and youth and the application of social science research methods through the completion of a research-based thesis.Career outcomesPhD programs in Child and Youth Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Education and related disciplinesPositions in social service agencies supporting children and youthPositions in government agenciesCareers in education related fieldsProfessional positions in related fields concerned with children and youthChild and youth advocacy, including children’s rights