About us
Keep your professional career edge by learning something new.
Our Meetups give you the opportunity to meet with instructors and students so you can learn about all the great professional training we offer here.
Learn practical, high demand skills. We offer 28 professional certificate programs and nearly 400 courses in five distinct areas: Technology, Education, Bioscience, Design, and Business. Visit our beautiful Santa Clara campus building or take online courses. Since we offer open enrollment and new courses start all the time, there's always something new for you. Most of the courses are taught evenings and Saturdays.
International students are welcome and have the opportunity to pursue internships and temporary paid jobs (OPT).
Join us at our regular events to meet instructors and get a sense of the industry and how we prepare you for a successful career.
Call us with questions at (408) 861-3860 or email us at Extension@ucsc.edu.
Here's our homepage: https://www.ucsc-extension.edu/
Upcoming events
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Unlock your career: 10 essential strategies for success in an AI-driven world
·OnlineOnlineAre you ready to thrive in today’s fast-moving professional world — especially in one shaped by innovation, technology, and AI? Success in today’s AI-driven economy requires more than technical skills—it demands the right mindset, habits, and career strategy. Whether you’re early in your career, navigating a transition, or pushing for your next breakthrough, this workshop will help you accelerate your professional impact with confidence and clarity.
In this Dean Series workshop, Dean PK Agarwal shares practical, real-world insights drawn from leadership roles across industry, academia, and government. Participants will learn how to create value in any role, stay relevant as careers evolve, and build professional resilience in times of change.
- Identify the traits and mindsets that separate high performers from the rest
- Learn how to add value and stand out in any organization
- Explore strategies for continuous learning in an AI-enabled workplace
- Pick up tips to build and leverage professional networks effectively
- Gain insight into managing up and taking ownership of your career trajectory
- Examine your brand, both in person and online
This event is part of the Dean Conversations: Pathways to professional success series.
Register today!6 attendees
AI Workshop Series: AI in the Semiconductor Industry
·OnlineOnlineExplore how artificial intelligence is transforming the semiconductor industry—from design to manufacturing.
In this AI workshop, students will examine how AI is being applied to chip design, Electronic Design Automation (EDA), and production workflows, with a focus on real-world use cases and emerging industry trends. Through expert insights and practical examples, this session highlights how generative AI and advanced analytics are improving efficiency, yield, and innovation across the semiconductor lifecycle.
- Apply AI tools to modern semiconductor design and manufacturing
- Identify high-impact generative AI use cases in chip development
- Understand how AI is reshaping Electronic Design Automation (EDA)
- Leverage AI for yield improvement, defect detection, and process optimization
- Stay informed on key trends shaping the future of AI in semiconductors
Format:
This is a hybrid course, offered both in person and via Zoom. Participants are expected to attend and actively engage during the scheduled class time. Remote attendees are encouraged to keep cameras on to support an interactive learning experience. In-person participants should bring a laptop to each class session.
This course is part of the Winter 2026 AI Workshop series.
Enroll today.4 attendees
Regulatory Affairs Info Session
·OnlineOnlineLead regulatory strategy in the evolving medical device industry.
As global regulations become increasingly complex, professionals who can navigate FDA, EU, and international requirements are in high demand. Learn how to design and execute regulatory strategies, manage premarket submissions using tools like the FDA’s eSTAR, leverage AI-driven platforms for regulatory intelligence, and ensure compliance across device lifecycles.
Speaker
Join Kiran Gulati, chair of the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension Regulatory Affairs program, for a detailed overview of how our courses provide practical, hands-on training and industry-aligned skills to advance your career in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and medical device compliance.
Start exploring
Check out our Regulatory Affairs certificate program page for a closer look at upcoming courses and offerings.
Claim your seat.6 attendees
Pre-College Program Info Session
·OnlineOnlineLearn more about our Pre-College Programs
Discover what’s possible in Summer 2026! Join us for a one-hour info session to learn about our Pre-College programs, including courses, eligibility, and how students can get a head start on college and career pathways.
Special offer
Receive an application fee waiver when you enroll and attend the session.
Register today.1 attendee
Past events
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