Bakersfield College to UCI
Computer Science Transfer Plan
Bakersfield has a match for 4 of UCI's 5 Computer Science prep courses. The I&C SCI 31, I&C SCI 32, I&C SCI 33 sequence has no Bakersfield match, so plan for it before you apply.
From
Bakersfield College
To
UC Irvine
Computer ScienceMajor Requirements
Computer Science Major Preparation
Courses at Bakersfield College that satisfy UC Irvine's Computer Science major preparation, mapped and verified by Transfermatic's transfer engine.
| Course at Bakersfield College | Satisfies at UCI | Units |
|---|---|---|
| No Bakersfield match | I&C SCI 31, I&C SCI 32, I&C SCI 33 | — |
| MATH B6A — Analytic Geometry/Calculus I | MATH 2A — Single-Variable Calculus | 4 |
| MATH B6B — Analytic Geometry/Calculus II | MATH 2B — Single-Variable Calculus | 4 |
| COMP B14 — Discrete Structures | I&C SCI 6B — Boolean Logic and Discrete Structures (choose 1) | 3 |
| COMP B14 — Discrete Structures | I&C SCI 6D — Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science (choose 1) | 3 |
| MATH B6E — Elementary Linear Algebra | MATH 3A — Introduction to Linear Algebra (choose 1) | 3 |
Courses with no equivalent must be taken at UC Irvine after transfer. Factor this into your first-year course plan.
General Education
Foundation GE at Bakersfield College
Complete these five courses at Bakersfield College to start your UCI GE pattern. Finishing full IGETC/Cal-GETC at the CC is ideal — these five give you the broadest head start, and CCN-tagged courses stay portable if you switch community colleges.
BIOL B11
Concepts of Biology
CHEM B10
Chemistry and Society
HIST B1
World History to 1500
ENGL C1000
Academic Reading and Writing
ENGL C1001
Critical Thinking and Writing
| Area | Course at Bakersfield College | Units |
|---|---|---|
Life Science | BIOL B11 — Concepts of Biology | 4 |
Physical Science | CHEM B10 — Chemistry and Society | 3 |
Humanities | HIST B1 — World History to 1500 | 3 |
English CompositionCCN | ENGL C1000 — Academic Reading and Writing | 3 |
Critical ThinkingCCN | ENGL C1001 — Critical Thinking and Writing | 4 |
6 semesters minimum for MATH B1A onward
MATH B1A through MATH B6E: 6 courses, each needing the one before, so 6 semesters minimum, more than four fall and spring terms. Start MATH B1A first or plan on summer. Placing higher shortens it.
Bakersfield semesters, UCI quarters
Bakersfield runs on semesters and UCI on quarters. Your units convert when you transfer, one semester unit to 1.5 quarter units, and anything left runs on UCI's quicker quarter schedule.
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Your First Semester
A preview of what Transfermatic generates — exact courses, in the right order, every semester.
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Common Mistakes for This Transfer Path
1 UCI requirement has no Bakersfield match
Bakersfield lists no course for the I&C SCI 31, I&C SCI 32, I&C SCI 33 sequence. Check UCI's Computer Science page for whether it has to be done before you transfer, and plan where you'll cover it.
Start with MATH B1A
MATH B1A sits at the start of its sequence for this route, so it fits your first semester, next to ENGL C1000 for English composition.
What UCI looks for
Requires a B or better in two terms of calculus, a year of programming in one object-oriented language, and one more approved course. Minimum GPA is 3.0.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What classes should I take at Bakersfield for UCI Computer Science?
MATH B6A, MATH B6B, COMP B14 and MATH B6E, plus the rest in the table above. Together they match 4 of the 5 prep courses UCI lists for Computer Science.
What doesn't Bakersfield cover for UCI Computer Science?
The I&C SCI 31, I&C SCI 32, I&C SCI 33 sequence. Bakersfield lists no course for it, so check UCI's Computer Science page for whether it has to be finished before you transfer.
Does Bakersfield MATH B6A transfer to UCI?
Yes, for Computer Science. Bakersfield MATH B6A (Analytic Geometry/Calculus I) is the match for UCI MATH 2A (Single-Variable Calculus) in the transfer agreement.
What should I take first at Bakersfield for UCI Computer Science?
MATH B1A, plus ENGL C1000 for English composition. It sits at the start of its sequence.
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Related Transfer Plans
Bakersfield College students transferring to UC Irvine for Computer Science can match 4 of 5 lower-division prep courses at Bakersfield, including MATH B6A and MATH B6B. The I&C SCI 31, I&C SCI 32, I&C SCI 33 sequence has no Bakersfield College equivalent in the 2025-2026 agreement. MATH B1A is a good first-semester pick. On Transfermatic, put in Bakersfield College and UC Irvine, and you get the classes you need for Computer Science, semester by semester.
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