Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development and Family Sciences - Adulthood, Aging and Gerontology

In the HDFS department, graduate students specialize in one of five areas of specialization based on their research interests and career goals. Below are the specialization areas and some information about each. A detailed description and a list of affiliated faculty can be found by clicking on the area of specialization.

Graduate students in UConn’s Human Development and Family Sciences department study the diverse ways in which individuals develop within their social and familial contexts across the lifespan. They examine theory, develop and evaluate intervention/prevention programs, and engage in research to advance the field and, above all, to benefit the lives of individuals and families globally

The adulthood, aging, and gerontology program at the University of Connecticut has been training graduate students for over 50 years to meet the needs of adults, older adults, and their families. Research in this area is critical given that the number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to more than double from 46 million today to over 98 million by 2060. The aging of baby boomers indicates that, by 2035, older people are projected to outnumber children (under 18) for the first time in U.S. history. This population shift will increase the demand for researchers and other professionals in various careers with knowledge and expertise in adulthood, aging, and gerontology.

In HDFS, faculty and graduate student researchers aim to improve the health and wellbeing of adults, older adults, families, caregivers, and communities by engaging in collaborative, multi-disciplinary research and by mentoring and fostering the next generation of aging scholars. This area of specialization also attracts students from a wide range of fields, including nursing, psychology, audiology, and policy.

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