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Irvine & OC Living

Irvine, one of the safest cities in the nation, enjoys a Mediterranean climate and is in the heart of the OC (Orange County). As part of a bustling cosmopolitan area of 2.9 million people, Irvine is home to some of the nation’s most dynamic growth industry centers, as well as many of the world’s largest corporations. Hundreds of financial, educational, and entertainment firms, most of which conduct business internationally, offer you abundant career-related opportunities.

Why Choose UC Irvine?

By choosing to study at a world renowned university, you will gain the expertise in English, teaching, business, IT, and/or engineering technologies that will help you achieve your professional goals. You’ll also experience a dynamic U.S. business culture in one of the most beautiful, vibrant regions in southern California. The University of California, Irvine is the perfect destination for you to study, live, and play in.

Recognized for its superior academic programs and major research accomplishments, UC Irvine has been named one of the top ten public universities in the nation by a U.S. News and World Report survey. In the same survey, UC Irvine was also ranked in the top 50 among all of the country’s universities–both public and private— for its undergraduate and graduate programs.

In addition, three UC Irvine researchers have earned Nobel Prizes: Sherwood Rowland and Irwin Rose in chemistry and Frederick Reines in physics.

Why Choose English & Certificates for Internationals at UC Irvine Extension?

UC Irvine Extension draws upon the considerable talents and resources of the university with courses and programs primarily for degreed professionals. Among these are certificate programs, which present a wide variety of educational opportunities for students and professionals from around the world. These certificate programs are designed to help you expand your professional knowledge, enhance your career potential, make a career change, or obtain needed practical training to achieve success in today's competitive global business environment.

Two types of certificate programs are currently available – Accelerated Certificate Programs (ACPs) and Evening Certificate Programs (ECPs). Focusing on such subjects as Marketing and Project Management, these programs allow you to study in convenient, fast-paced courses taught by instructors who are practicing professionals in their field.

We also offer a variety of English language programs. Develop your language skills with our 10-Week Intensive ESL Program; focus on learning to apply effective communication techniques in business situations with 4-Week Business English; or advance your English-speaking skills and knowledge of American culture even further with our 4-Week Conversation and Culture. Whichever program you choose, Extension will meet your academic needs with quality courses and programs.

Why Choose Irvine, CA?

Irvine, one of the safest cities in the nation, enjoys a Mediterranean climate and is in the heart of the OC (Orange County). As part of a bustling cosmopolitan area of 2.9 million people, Irvine is home to some of the nation’s most dynamic growth industry centers, as well as many of the world’s largest corporations. Hundreds of financial, educational, and entertainment firms, most of which conduct business internationally, offer you abundant career-related opportunities.

Situated on the scenic coastal hills of Southern California, Irvine, with a population of 171,900, is internationally recognized as a model masterplanned community. Come and enjoy a wealth of cultural and recreational activities. Attractions such as spectacular beach resorts (world renowned Laguna and Newport Beach), Spanish missions, desert and mountain recreational activities, and amusement parks like Disneyland complete the local experience. Los Angeles and San Diego are also within easy reach and offer a full range of cultural opportunities from film, sports, arts, theater, music and more...

City of Irvine Distinctions

• Safest City in the Nation (FBI Statistics, 2007)
  The city of Irvine is the safest city in the country for the fourth straight year for communities with populations over 100,000, according to FBI statistics.
• Best Place to Live (CNN Money.com)
  CNNMoney.com voted Irvine #4 on their list of America’s best small cities! Read the article.