Bachelor of Arts in Information Science & eSociety

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INFORMATION SCIENCE & eSOCIETY

Shape the future of digital media, content and culture.

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Offered at the University of Arizona's main campus and online, the Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and eSociety (BA IS&ES) prepares you for a transformative future at the intersection of technology and society.

In the BA IS&ES, you’ll be immersed in an interdisciplinary curriculum that enables you to explore digital media, media theory, digital engagement and storytelling, online behavior, internet studies, social media and social networks, digital life and its impact on human behavior, content creation and more.

Information science and eSociety is an expanding field of study that reflects on issues related to privacy, ethics, information manipulation, digital marketing, and the impact of social media and online behavior on daily life—setting you up for a fascinating career at the intersection of social networks and information technology.

* Average salary for information science and eSociety bachelor's graduates according to PayScale, January 2024.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THE BA IS&ES

  • Information and communication technologies, tools, programs and solutions, including social media, and the societal implications of their use
  • Digital storytelling
  • Theories of new media and their impact on online content development, social media, digital marketing and market research
  • Program and solution development for online digital environments
  • Theories of human behaviors, interactions and biases that underlie digitally mediated communication
  • Information-age literacies, including evaluation of information, privacy and security, and information ethics and bias
  • Research methods and presentation skills for information science
  • Recognition and analysis of ethical and policy concerns raised by new technologies
  • Effective communication across cultures and with diverse peoples and groups

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"As an aspiring digital content producer, my Information Science and eSociety courses were crucial in providing the tools for a career where creativity meets communication. Thanks to my educational experience at Arizona's College of Information Science, I've never felt more confident that I'm on the right path!"
Brittney Deo, BA in Information Science and eSociety '24

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APPLICATION DEADLINES

Main Campus

  • Fall Semester for First-Year Students: May 1
  • Fall Semester for Transfer Students: July 
  • Spring Semester for First-Year Students: November 1
  • Spring Semester for Transfer Students: December 2
  • Summer Term: May 1

Applications are currently open for fall and summer enrollment.

Online Campus

  • Fall Semester, August Start: August 1
  • Fall Semester, October Start: September 15
  • Spring Semester, January Start: December 2
  • Spring Semester, March Start: February 15

Applications are currently open.

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PROGRAM COST

  • IN-STATE, ON-CAMPUS TUITION & FEES (Non-guaranteed, 12+ units): $7,234.50 per semester
  • OUT-OF-STATE & INTERNATIONAL, ON-CAMPUS TUITION & FEES (Non-guaranteed, 12+ units: $20,599.50 per semester
  • ONLINE PROGRAM TUITION & FEES (12+ units): $6,528 per semester ($525/unit)

Tuition, fees and other costs subject to change.

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CURRICULUM & COURSES

Offered at the University of Arizona's main campus and online, the BA IS&ES is a four-year undergraduate degree requiring 120 units.

Students take a mix of courses from the following categories:

  • Foundations and general education courses
  • Introductory major courses
  • Core major courses
  • Research methods and data analysis
  • Information Science and eSociety electives
  • Engagement course (Digital Engagement)
  • Minor or dual major courses
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CAREER OUTCOMES

In the U of A BA IS&ES, students are prepared for a wide variety of dynamic jobs across industries. Positions include:

  • Business insight and analytics manager
  • Content developer / producer
  • Digital marketing specialist
  • Digital media specialist
  • Engagement manager
  • Librarian
  • Marketing analyst
  • Information systems specialist
  • Social media specialist
  • Strategy manager
  • Technology consultant
  • Web designer / producer
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Are you ready to shape the future of digital social networks and culture?

Learn more about the Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and eSociety by contacting us at infosci-ugrad@arizona.edu or begin your application today:

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