Master of Education Sciences (MES)
Shape the future of learning.
Explore how AI, data and learning design are reshaping education. Choose a concentration aligned with your goals and build the skills to lead what comes next.
Why MES at UC Irvine?
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Built for what's next. Explore AI, data and emerging technologies through the lens of learning and education. |
Flexible by design. Complete online coursework while progressing through a shared core and concentration-specific courses. |
Small by intention. Learn in a close-knit cohort with meaningful faculty engagement and personalized support. |
Grounded in research. Built for application. Connect educational research with hands-on projects and real-world challenges. |
Choose Your Concentration
Explore the concentration that best aligns with your interests and goals.
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Connected Learning, Technology & Design
(Coming Fall 2027) |
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Use data and AI to understand, evaluate, and improve learning.
For professionals interested in analytics, data-informed decision making, and the responsible use of AI across educational and organizational settings. Vertical Divider
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Design engaging learning experiences across digital, physical, and hybrid environments.
For educators and professionals interested in learning design, technology, innovation, and expanding access to meaningful learning opportunities. |
More pathways are coming. A concentration focused on STEM, AI, and teacher leadership is currently in development for Fall 2028.
Where Can MES Take You?
MES graduates build skills for roles at the intersection of education, technology, design and data.
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Instructional Leadership |
Learning Design + EdTech |
Data + Analytics |
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Curriculum + Program Leadership |
Learning + Development |
Research + Evaluation |
Career opportunities vary by concentration and professional experience.
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