The department also offers a graduate program leading to a master of arts in Family and Consumer Sciences. Admission to the graduate program requires a 3.0 undergraduate grade point average. All of the tenured faculty members have doctoral degrees and are dedicated educators. Lecturers in the department are highly qualified practitioners. Writing skills and high levels of performance are emphasized in all classes.
Students have the opportunity to evaluate their instructors and to work with a major advisor.
In addition to a 15-unit core, students elect one of the options described on the back page, for a total of 45 units. Some programs have prerequisites. This concentration is aimed at students who want to become fashion merchandisers, apparel designers, or who are interested in working with textile or clothing manufacturers or distributors. Students are expected to consult with their advisors in planning and choosing their electives. The SFSU Interior Design concentration prepares students for an exciting and lucrative career in the field of interior design.