Field Study

The UC Irvine School of Social Ecology strives to develop future leaders equipped with solid communication, critical thinking, analytical, technological, and interpersonal skills through experiential field study opportunities. Since 1970, Field Study has been a requirement for students seeking a baccalaureate degree from Social Ecology and is an element of the school’s commitment to training future leaders. Through concurrent coursework and field placement, these prepare students to tackle the pressing issues confronting business and community leaders locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.

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To successfully complete Field Study, students must fulfill both of the following components simultaneously:

Complete 80–160 hours at an approved field study site/placement

Earn a passing grade in 4–8 units of SOCECOL 195, 195W, or 106W