• Learn content and theories in the multiple areas that comprise the field of human development
  • Learn how to write and communicate clearly and effectively
  • Achieve basic literacy in research methods
  • Learn how to think critically
  • Comprehend and practice ethical behavior across academic, research, and professional settings
  • Learn how to work effectively with others
  • Learn how to analyze or create research applying principles of the scientific method
  • Learn how to translate ideas effectively across disciplinary contexts, such as: ?biology and psychology; psychology and sociology; social science and medicine; or health and public policy
  • Learn concepts and methods to translate research knowledge into practice, programs, or policy
  • Acquire the skills to direct own learning