As a Child and Family Studies major, studying abroad will allow you to:
- Gain cross-cultural perspectives on families, housing and communities around the world
- Develop intercultural context and understanding
- Gain a global perspective on international education models
- Learn about cultural and global influences on childhood growth and development
Below, are recommended programs for CFS majors that will allow you to take a full load of degree requirements.
*This is not an exhaustive list.
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DIS – Study Abroad in Copenhagen |
| Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Program Feature: Research opportunities available |
| Quick Look: Through a practicum, field study, and/or study tour you will gain hands-on experiences and reflection, as well as new perspectives on child development and education in one of the most progressive places for raising children to be competent, independent, democratic, and social beings. |
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UTK Service-Learning in Ireland |
UTK in Sweden: Culture, Family & Childhood |
DIS – Study Abroad in Copenhagen |
| Program Type: UT Faculty-directed
Program Locations: Galway & Limerick, Ireland Program Feature: Service-learning opportunities
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Program Type: UT Faculty-directed
Program Location: Uppsala, Sweden
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Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Program Feature: Research opportunities available |
| Quick Look: Earn academic credit while participating in a service-learning project in Galway or Limerick like working with a non-profit who supports children with autism. | Quick Look: This 3 credit hour course is designed to help you “think outside the box” about how culture influences perspectives on childhood, educational and family policies, family life, and parenting. | Quick Look: Through a practicum, field study, and/or study tour you will gain hands-on experiences and reflection, as well as new perspectives on child development and education in one of the most progressive places for raising children to be competent, independent, democratic, and social beings. |