BS in Family and Consumer Sciences draft
Program Overview
The degree of Bachelor of Science, with a major in family and consumer sciences or nutrition (dietetics, community nutrition, or nutrition science) requires successful completion of a minimum of 120 hours, including (1) the UCA Core: complete 38 hours to meet lower-division UCA Core requirements and complete upper-division UCA Core requirements using major, minor, or elective courses (2) degree requirements; (3) program/major requirements; and (4) supporting requirements. No minor is required.
Family and Consumer Sciences or Nutrition core courses are used to satisfy the lower-division UCA Core requirements in Responsible Living. Family and Consumer Sciences and Nutrition courses are used to satisfy the upper-division UCA Core requirements in Critical Inquiry, Communication, Diversity, and Responsible Living. To fulfill the UCA Core Capstone requirement, students seeking a degree in Dietetics will take NUTR 4335 Nutrition Senior Seminar; those seeking a degree in Community Nutrition will complete NUTR 4339 Community Nutrition Practicum; those seeking a degree in Nutrition Science will complete NUTR 4301 Research in Nutrition and Family Sciences, and those in Family and Consumer Sciences will complete FACS 4340 FCS Professional Practice.
Mathematics Pathway: First-time, first-year students majoring in Family & Consumer Sciences enter the Quantitative Literacy Mathematics Pathway and must enroll in MATH 1360 during their first year of study, unless they have been awarded credit that completes their 1000-level math requirements.
Program Outline
Major Requirements (27 hours):
- FACS 2341 Lifespan Development or FACS 2351 Family Relations
- FACS 3311 Resource Management [UD UCA Core: C]
- FACS 3318 Parenting Issues
- FACS 3356 Methods in Family and Consumer Sciences Education
- FACS 3372 Personal and Family Finance [UD UCA Core: I, R]
- FACS 4316 Women in Poverty [UD UCA Core: D]
- FACS 4340 FCS Professional Practice [UD UCA Core: Z]
- NUTR 1300 Foundations of Nutrition
- NUTR 3350 Community Nutrition
Major Electives (21 hours, choose from the following):
- FACS 1370 Interior and Apparel Construction I
- FACS 2341 Lifespan Development
- FACS 2351 Family Relations
- FACS 3302 Housing and Interior Design for Family and Consumer Sciences
- FACS 3359 The Business of Embroidery and Textiles
- FACS 3360 Consumer Problems in Clothing
- FACS 3361 Interior and Apparel Construction II
- FACS 3391 Aging and The Family
- FACS 4317 Advanced Personal & Family Finance
- FACS 4355 Curriculum Development
- FACS 4600 Internship
- IDSN 1390 Introduction to Interior Design
- IDSN 2330 Digital Design
- IDSN 2360 Interior Materials
- IDSN 3300 Principles of Architecture and Building Systems
- IDSN 3340 History of Interior, Architecture, and Furniture I [UD UCA Core: D, C]
- IDSN 3341 History of Interior, Architecture, and Furniture II [UD UCA Core: D, C]
- NUTR 2311 Meal Management
- NUTR 3310 Food Science
- NUTR 3370 Lifecycle Nutrition I
- NUTR 3380 Food Economics
- NUTR 4301 Research in Family and Consumer Sciences
- NUTR 4315 Sports Nutrition
- NUTR 4321 Nutritional Services Administration
- NUTR 4395 Nutrition: Contemporary Issues [UD UCA Core: D]
Abbreviation Key – UCA Core Program
LD = Lower Division
UD = Upper Division
C = Effective Communication
D = Diversity
I = Critical Inquiry
R = Responsible Living
Z = Capstone Experience
University of Central Arkansas
Overview:
University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is a public university located in Conway, Arkansas. It boasts a rich 115-year tradition of excellence and is committed to providing an innovative and collaborative education within a culture of student support and success.
Services Offered:
UCA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Advising:
Provides guidance and support for academic planning and course selection.Accessibility Resources and Services:
Offers accommodations and support for students with disabilities.Bear Card:
A multi-purpose card used for access to campus facilities, meal plans, and more.Bookstore:
Provides textbooks, course materials, and merchandise.Campus Safety:
Ensures a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff.Career Services:
Assists students with career exploration, job search, and internship opportunities.Disability Resource Center:
Provides support and accommodations for students with disabilities.Financial Aid:
Offers various financial aid programs and scholarships to help students fund their education.Food Services:
Provides dining options on campus.Housing & Residence Life:
Offers on-campus housing options and residence life programs.Information Technology:
Provides technical support and resources for students.Library:
Offers a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.Student Health:
Provides healthcare services to students.Student Organizations:
Offers a wide variety of student organizations for students to join and engage in extracurricular activities.Veterans Services:
Provides support and resources for veteran students.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCA offers a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for students to get involved and make connections. Students can:
Join over 150 Recognized Student Organizations:
Catering to diverse interests and passions.Participate in various events and activities:
From sporting events to cultural performances.Live in on-campus housing:
With various residence halls and living learning communities.Enjoy recreational facilities:
Including a campus recreation center.Volunteer in the community:
Through service-learning opportunities.Key Reasons to Study There:
UCA Commitment:
A groundbreaking program offering a debt-free pathway for tuition and fees for incoming Arkansas freshmen with household income of $100k or less.Small class sizes:
Allowing for personalized attention from faculty.Engaging programs:
Providing hands-on learning experiences and internships.Supportive community:
Fostering a sense of belonging and success.Strong academic reputation:
With a focus on research and experiential learning.Academic Programs:
UCA offers a wide range of academic programs across five colleges:
