BA in Education Sciences in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine

The Education Sciences major offers an interdisciplinary foundation in education, centered around five key areas: (a) human development, (b) learning processes, (c) social systems and inequality, (d) educational policy, and (e) school organizations.

This Bachelor of Arts program incorporates knowledge from diverse fields such as applied linguistics, cognitive science, developmental psychology, economics, information science, media studies, policy analysis, social neuroscience, and sociology. Career paths for graduates span public education, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, research centers, universities, and educational technology. Many alumni continue their education through graduate programs in K-12 teaching, public policy, social work, educational research, or school administration.

While the B.A. in Education Sciences isn't a professional certification, it provides excellent preparation for teacher credential programs (such as UC Irvine's M.A.T.). Prospective middle or high school teachers should consult with an Academic Advisor to pair this major with a relevant minor or second major in their intended subject area (like History). The program mandates all students complete at least 40 hours of fieldwork in an educational environment.