Studying abroad as a Human Development & Family Science major will allow you to become immersed in a new environment and culture, gaining first-hand experience looking at social and cultural development from different perspectives. Through the UA Barcelona program hosted by our partner institution, Institute for American Universities (IAU), you’ll build intercultural competencies essential for working with diverse families and communities, all while taking courses in English. You’ll also gain personal independence and confidence as you challenge yourself to get outside of your comfort zone by experiencing all the people, places, and ideas that Mediterranean Spain has to offer.

Take your Human Development & Family Science major abroad with UA Dublin and explore how individuals, families, and communities grow and thrive across cultures. In Ireland’s lively and welcoming capital city, you’ll gain a global perspective on human development, family systems, and social policy—while immersing yourself in a country known for its strong sense of community and tradition. Living in Dublin allows you to observe firsthand how cultural values, education systems, and public programs shape family life and well-being. Ireland consistently ranks among the top countries in the world for quality of life and child well-being—and its policies on education, healthcare, and family leave offer valuable case studies for future professionals in human services. 

Courses are taught in English. Talk to your academic advisor to learn how Dublin can deepen your understanding of family science on a global scale.

Studying abroad as a Human Development & Family Science major will allow you to become immersed in a new environment and culture, gaining first-hand experience looking at social and cultural development from different perspectives. In the UA London program hosted by St. Mary’s University, you’ll build intercultural competencies essential for working with diverse families and communities. You’ll also gain personal independence and confidence as you challenge yourself to get outside of your comfort zone by experiencing all the people, places, and ideas that the UK’s bustling capital city has to offer.

Studying abroad as a Human Development & Family Science major through the UA Rome, program hosted by the American University of Rome (AUR), will allow you to become immersed in a new environment and culture. You’ll get first-hand experience looking at social and cultural development from different perspectives all while taking courses taught in English. As you build intercultural competencies essential for working with diverse families and communities, you’ll also gain personal independence and confidence. Come challenge yourself to get outside of your comfort zone by experiencing all the people, places, and ideas that this historic and vibrant location has to offer!