2004-2006 University of Guelph Graduate Calendar

VIII. Graduate Programs

Family Relations and Applied Nutrition

PhD Program

Applied Human Nutrition

The PhD Program in applied human nutrition is a three-year program with a strong research focus involving biological and/or social-science perspectives. Each student works closely with an advisory committee in developing an individualized program of study that provides depth and addresses the student's specific research and professional goals.

Family Relations and Human Development

The PhD program in family relations and human development is a three-year program with a strong research focus. Areas of research emphasis are: 1) Child and adolescent development (socialization processes, parent-child relationships, peer relationships, early childhood services, program development and evaluation), and 2) Adult development and family relations (family socialization, intergenerational relations, alternate family structures, human sexuality, gerontology). Each student works closely with an advisory committee in developing an individualized program of study that provides depth and addresses the student's specific research and professional goals.

Admission Requirements

Applied Human Nutrition

Students applying to the PhD program in applied human nutrition should have an MSc degree in human nutrition or a closely related field. A master's thesis is normally required for admission. These requirements may be in progress at the time of application.

Family Relations and Human Development

Students applying to the PhD program in Family Relations and Human Development should have an MSc degree (or in progress) in Family Relations and Human Development or a closely related degree program (e.g., human development, gerontology, psychology, sociology, couple and family therapy, social work). A master's thesis is normally required for admission.

Students enrolled in the MSc program are not automatically considered for the PhD program; a formal application is required for those wishing admission. Applications are evaluated with reference to academic, research, and professional experience with particular emphasis on research background and potential.

Degree Requirements

Applied Human Nutrition

PhD students in applied human nutrition are required to take a minimum of eleven courses that build a foundation for their research and/or practice:

FRAN*6030 Quantitative Research Methods
FRAN*6040 Introduction to Qualitative Methods
FRAN*6050 Qualitative Analysis
FRAN*6420 Introductory Applied Statistics
FRAN*6430 Advanced Applied Statistics I
FRAN*6440 Advanced Applied Statistics II
FRAN*6510 Nutrition in the Community
FRAN*6610 Advances in Clinical Nutrition/Assessment I
FRAN*6620 Nutritional Epidemiology
FRAN*6630 Advances in Clinical Nutrition/Assessment II
FRAN*6550 Research Seminar

These required courses and any additional course work will be chosen in consultation with the student's advisor and committee and will depend upon the availability of offerings in the co-operating departments and schools.

The student's choice of emphasis is primarily determined by research specialization and selection of elective courses. Each student works closely with an advisory committee in developing an individualized program of study by selecting courses that not only provide for interdisciplinary breadth but also address the student's specific research and professional goals. Each of the emphases indicates some broad areas of research that reflect current faculty interests and is intended to help students define an area of research and study.

Family Relations and Human Development

PhD students in family relations and human development are required to take nine courses (if not completed previously):

FRAN*6030 Quantitative Research Methods
FRAN*6040 Introduction to Qualitative Methods
FRAN*6050 Qualitative Analysis
FRAN*6420 Introductory Applied Statistics
FRAN*6430 Advanced Applied Statistics I
FRAN*6440 Advanced Applied Statistics II
FRAN*6340 Interdisciplinary Perspectives in FRHD
FRAN*6280 Theorizing in FRHD
FRAN*6330 Research Seminar

The student's choice of emphasis is primarily determined by research specialization and by selection of elective courses. Each student works closely with an advisory committee in developing an individualized program of study by selecting courses that not only provide for interdisciplinary breadth but also address the student's specific research and professional goals. Each of the emphases also indicates areas of research that reflect current faculty interests and is intended to help students define an area of research and study.

Reference check

According to recent Ontario legislation, agencies licensed by the Ministry of Community and Social Services which care for, or provide service to, children or vulnerable adults are required to do criminal reference checks on all their employees. Students enrolled in practica or field placement courses, in some instances, may be required to submit to the agency with which they are placed, personal information about any criminal convictions and pending criminal charges. The cost of acquiring this criminal reference check (Canadian police information check) will be the responsibility of each student. Applicants to the Couple and Family Therapy Program must submit the results of this check to the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition at the time of their interview.