Home Economics at Nanjing Normal University is an undergraduate program that focuses on improving individual and family well‑being through the study of everyday life skills, family dynamics, and resource management. The curriculum integrates knowledge from nutrition and health, family education, consumer science, family resource management, textiles and apparel, and community living to help students understand how to enhance quality of life at personal, household, and community levels. Students learn about healthy lifestyles, balanced diets, household budgeting, family relationships, and sustainable living practices, and they gain practical experience through hands‑on projects, laboratory work, and community engagement.
The program emphasizes problem‑solving, critical thinking, and practical application, preparing graduates to support families and individuals in making informed decisions about nutrition, health, home environments, and consumer choices. Graduates are prepared for careers in family and consumer education, community outreach, wellness and lifestyle consulting, nutrition support services, and roles in government or nonprofit organizations focused on family development, as well as for further study in public health, education, and human development.
NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements. It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.