BS in FACS – Professional and Creative Industries
Design, Create, and Market Products with a Professional and Creative Industries Degree
Do you love designing and creating new projects? We understand your creative passion. With our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) – Professional and Creative Industries degree, you can develop a skillset that may help you create art projects professionally and explore ways to market your creations through digital media.
This flexible degree gives you the opportunity to focus on the areas of artistic expression that interest you most. You can also study retail concepts that are valuable for buyers and managers in the creative industries and gain a broad educational background that could support your entrepreneurial ideas.
In addition, the program offers a chance to improve your writing skills for various forms of media – with a special focus on social media – and a wide range of electives to help you pursue subjects aligned with your creative and professional interests.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our BS in FACS – Professional and Creative Industries Degree Program
Internship Opportunity
The required internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your field.
Whether you’re interested in media, design, communications, or another creative industry, the internship gives you a chance to apply your skills in a real-world setting, build a professional portfolio, and possibly make connections that could lead to job opportunities.
Clubs on Campus
On-campus clubs allow you to connect with other students and professionals in the field.
These student-led organizations offer opportunities to collaborate on creative projects, gain leadership experience, attend industry workshops and events, and grow your network within the professional and creative industries.
Honors Program
Join a community of fellow scholars who are serious about their education and academic achievements.
You can benefit from enriched coursework, priority registration, exclusive research opportunities, and close mentorship from faculty through the Eagle Scholars Program or our Honors College.
Skill Development
Through the hands-on experience in the internship and the knowledge you can gain in courses, you can develop valuable skills that may be applied in a variety of fields.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a Family and Consumer Sciences in Professional and Creative Industries Degree?
Liberty University’s family and consumer sciences degree with a specialization in professional and creative industries can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Adult or child care administrator
- Blogger
- Creative industries owner/operator
- E-commerce of handcrafted items manager
- Entrepreneur
- Event planner
- Fashion and apparel assistant
- Public relations manager
- Social media specialist
- Web design project manager
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Family and Consumer Sciences in Professional and Creative Industries Degree?
With our Family and Consumer Sciences degree, you can gain the knowledge to potentially make a positive impact in fields that educate and enrich others’ lives. You can study ways to support families and communities, plan life events for individuals, and work effectively in the creative industries.
The program includes courses such as contemporary families, interior and apparel design, human nutrition, parenting, and career planning – all aimed at helping you understand how to live a holistically healthy life.
Additionally, the professional and creative industries specialization allows you to explore methods for creating products and bringing them to market. You can also improve your skills in product photography for effective online communication and practice writing techniques for mass media formats, including social media platforms.
Featured Family and Consumer Sciences in Professional and Creative Industries Courses
ARTS 319 – Mobile and Interactive Technology Applications
FACS 351 – Event Management
FACS 353 – Retail Merchandising
JOUR 225 – Media Writing
Degree Information
- This program falls under the College of Arts and Sciences
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- View our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Family and Consumer Sciences in Professional and Creative Industries Degree?
Turn Your Passion Into Purpose
At Liberty, we aim to help you develop skills that can assist others while allowing your passions to take shape. Our BS in Family and Consumer Sciences – Professional and Creative Industries degree is designed to provide you with the knowledge, resources, and experience that may help you advance in your field.
Study Under Experienced Faculty
One of our key resources is our professors, who bring real-life experience to their teaching. You can hear from experienced individuals who are available to guide and mentor you throughout your academic journey.
Gain Real-World Experience
Additionally, the program offers valuable hands-on experience through an internship. This opportunity allows you to gain practical knowledge, with the goal of equipping you to become a well-rounded professional in your field.
Build a Foundation for Your Future
Through a combination of classroom instruction, faculty mentorship, and practical experience, you can be prepared to pursue a wide range of career paths in the professional and creative industries. This well-rounded approach helps you grow personally and professionally as you work toward your goals.
Admissions
How Do You Become a Family and Consumer Sciences in Professional and Creative Industries Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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