Bachelor of Science (BS) in Educational Studies Degree

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Educational Studies Degree
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The field of education plays a pivotal role in fostering positive changes in communities and society by helping educators prepare young learners for a productive and impactful future. The Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies degree offered by Grand Canyon University is designed to empower you to work toward a brighter future by influencing educational policies, laws, programs and curricula.
When completing this educational studies degree program from the College of Education, you will be expected to critically examine and analyze pedagogical theories, teaching practices, education laws and learning environments. While this program does not lead to teaching licensure, it does teach an invaluable foundation of knowledge surrounding the education profession.

GCU seeks to graduate students with a firm foundational education and the ability to thoughtfully reflect and critically think about the world around them. This comprehensive curriculum guides you in analyzing ethical dilemmas in the educational field through the lens of the Christian perspective. There is a strong emphasis on servant leadership.
This degree program does not lead to initial teacher licensure. You might find this program more conducive to transfer credits compared to traditional teaching licensure programs. We encourage you to reach out to a university counselor to explore your options.
Students looking to further develop their knowledge base and enhance their career opportunities may consider pursuing graduate certificates or graduate degrees in educational studies.
