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Currently, all three required courses are only offered in in-class format. Due to the current situation with COVID-19, the format may change to a remote version.

Some electives are offered online using our online learning platform. You may click here for a tour of Learning Management System. 

For more information on class formats you can click on each course in the matrix above, or go to “Frequently Asked Questions” under "Related Documents" on the right side of the top of this page. Classes in the matrix will indicate either in-person or online.


 

Yes, the program is open to non-California residents, including non-US residents. The certificate and course fees are the same for all students.

All required courses, which are in-person classes, must be taken on site in San Diego. Online classes can be taken from anywhere in the world.

If you have questions about how enrolling in courses may or may not affect your visa status, please contact our International Department at ipinfo@ucsd.edu or (858) 534-6784.

To enroll into a class, click on the class link in the matrix and that will take you to that class page. There you can find a course description, prerequisites, and the start date for that course. To enroll in the course can click on “Add to Cart” which will lead you to complete the registration/payment process.

Students can complete all courses in as quickly as 9 months. Students may take electives prior to, concurrent to, or after taking required courses. However, each course includes an average of 6-8 hours of homework per week. Taking more than one class a quarter should be well-thought-out, and other work/school/life commitments should be considered prior to enrolling in more than one class per quarter. You have up to five years to complete all requirements for the certificate. This certificate cannot be completed online.
 

If you have taken a course from an accredited university covering the learning objectives of a required or elective course, you may be able to transfer a total of one class per certificate to Extension. You may send your request along with details about how the class at your accredited university is equivalent to our Extension course. Attach an electronic transcript and send your email to Infotech@ucsd.edu. 

If you have not taken a course elsewhere, but already have the skills covered in a course, you may be able to substitute an alternate Extension course in its place. Send your request to substitute one of the program courses to Infotech@ucsd.edu. In your request, indicate which course you would like to take and which course it would substitute. Include how a substitution may better meet your professional or employment needs. The class should align with the overall student learning outcomes of this certificate. As previously mentioned only one waiver total can be granted per certificate. Requests for these considerations require departmental approval. Contact Infotech@ucsd.edu to make a request or for additional information.
 

A downloadable resources titled “Frequently Asked Questions" can be found under "Related Documents" - located along the right-hand side of this page. If you need further information, please contact the program representative at Infotech@ucsd.edu or (858) 534-1566.