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Residential

General Education – Educational Studies

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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About the Program

Gain a strong background in educational theory, practice and research with a degree in general education. The educational studies major is for those interested in a career in the field of education but not necessarily classroom teaching; it does not lead to teacher certification or licensure. The major provides a strong background in educational theory, practice and research. Research is conducted and disseminated on varied educational aspects of teaching, learning, and human development through discovery, teaching and engagement activities.

  • Using assistive technology to support school-based and community-based instruction for students with special needs.
  • Developing identification tools and pedagogical models for underserved gifted and talented populations including students with diverse cultural backgrounds and children who live in poverty.
  • Supporting motivation, engagement, and learning across the lifespan, including in informal learning environments (e.g., museums, after school clubs).
  • Supporting psychological well-being and empowerment of others via leadership skills (e.g., issues related to differing nationalities, adult attachment, team building).
120
credit program
16
Week Course Length
8
Semesters to Completion

Courses

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Plan of Study

To view a detailed Plan of Study for the BA in General Education: Educational Studies degree, please visit the Purdue University Course Catalog.

Admissions

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Transfer Information

Purdue admits transfer students to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue’s overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students. If it is, refer to the information below for major-specific transfer criteria.

Minimum GPA: 2.0

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Licensure

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Licensure Information

The General Education – Educational Studies major prepares you for a career in an education-related field but does not lead to teacher certification or licensure. This major offers flexibility to pursue your interests and is a good option if you are passionate about education but prefer not to follow the traditional route of becoming a classroom teacher.

Additional opportunities

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Certificate

Collaborative Leadership

Learn useful management skills like team-building, empowerment of others, and identifying and capitalizing on human resources to reach goals in this 9-credit hour program.

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Student Research

Undergraduate Research Training Program (URT)

Gain invaluable research experience through this unique program where you’ll work closely with an education faculty member and their research team.

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Community

Honors College

Join a vibrant intellectual and residential community of young scholars when you apply to be part of the John Martinson Honors College.

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