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Educational Studies Minor

Prioritizing Education Across Disciplines
  • 21

    Credit Hours

  • 4

    Education Courses

  • 3

    Electives

Offers

Intersection of learning, education and society

Dedicated education faculty

Availability to UNCW students in any field of study within or outside of teaching

Courses as early as freshman year

“ The Educational Studies Minor is an excellent way to prepare yourself to educate people in any field. I gained knowledge about how different age groups learn, some of the policies regarding public education, and even how to be more creative in the field. ”
Zachary Bingler Social Work Major, Educational Studies Minor 
Zachary Bingler, Social Work Major, Educational Studies Minor 
Program Overview

Interdisciplinary Approach

Our interdisciplinary minor in educational studies is available to students in all majors who are interested in issues of education but do not wish to pursue teacher licensure. It can be a valuable program addition for students pursuing careers in the social and behavioral sciences, social justice, youth services or other fields.

Training & Experience

The minor draws on a wide range of disciplines such as history, philosophy, sociology, anthropology, political science, gender and cultural studies and comparative and international studies.

You will develop a knowledge base that encourages your development into an informed and socially engaged stakeholder who has essential skills to critically engage in research, education and diverse communities.

Our faculty is comprised of experienced educators who are engaged in local communities and committed to your success. Several courses in the minor partially or completely satisfy university studies requirements.

Core Courses

sample courses
EDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in Education
EDN 370 Gender and Education
EDN 400 Immigration, Demographics and Justice in Education
EDN 425 Educational Policy and Advocacy
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How Do I Apply?

UNCW students in any field of study are eligible for the Educational Studies minor. To declare the minor:

  1. Consult your advisor.
  2. Log onto MySeaport and click on the academics tab at the top of the screen.
  3. Select the "Major Declaration/Curricular Updates" link, located under the student services menu on the left side of the screen.
  4. Read and follow instructions to declare a minor.
  5. Click "Add minor/ cluster" link. Make selections from the drop-down menu.
  6. Click "Submit Changes" button.