The undergraduate program in Justice Studies provides students with an interdisciplinary curriculum that engages in critical analysis of justice issues. Core classes focus on theory and empirical research that addresses the relationship between law, justice, the justice system, and society. Electives address a number of more specialized and topical justice-related issues.
BS - Justice Studies
Please check the catalog and major form for prerequisites, corequisites, and minimum grade requirements for graduation
Requirements in the Major | 50 |
| JS 010, JS 100W, JS 102, JS 103, JS 104, JS 105, JS 115, JS 118, JS 159 and JS 170 (32 units); Complete two courses from: JS 107, JS 120, JS 132, JS 136 (6 units); Justice Studies course electives (12 units or 4 courses) |
Supporting Requirements | 3 |
| STAT 095 (or equivalent) or HS 067 |
American Institutions | (6) |
| Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes. |
Physical Education | 2 |
General Education Requirements | 48 |
| Of the 51 units required by the university, 3 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details. |
Additional Electives | 18 |
| A minor is strongly recommended. |
Total Units: | 120 |
Justice Studies Department
San José State University
One Washington Square
San José, CA 95192-0050
MacQuarrie Hall 508
408.924.2940 - Main
408.924.2953 - Fax
jsdept@casa.sjsu.edu
Office Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
12:00pm-1:00pm, Closed for lunch
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