The Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Studies at Rutgers University - Camden offers you a comprehensive understanding of childhood as a dynamic social phenomenon and institution. You will explore how evolving notions of childhood, age norms, and children's rights are shaped by historical, cultural, and societal forces. This undergraduate degree is designed for students passionate about critically examining children's experiences, their impact on society, and the diverse ways childhood is understood globally, providing a robust foundation for further study or a career focused on young people.
This full-time, on-campus program, typically completed over four years, immerses you in a rich curriculum covering topics from global cinema representations of children to child health disparities and the impact of capitalism on childhoods. You will engage with interdisciplinary perspectives, developing analytical skills through coursework, presentations, and potentially community-based research projects. You will graduate with a nuanced understanding of children's rights, health, and development, prepared for careers in education, social services, youth programming, and advocacy.