Justice Studies Undergraduate Program

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.

JS majors are advised by full-time faculty on a drop-in basis during office hours. Office hours vary every semester and are posted on the JS homepage and outside of the JS office at 508 MacQuarrie Hall. Before declaring the major, students are advised to complete the introductory course, JS 10.

BS - Justice Studies
(Current Catalog for Students entering the University Fall 2007. Please check the catalog and major form for prerequisites, corequisites, and minimum grade requirements for graduation.)
Course Descriptions

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

Minor - Justice Studies


Course Requirements
JS 010 (3); Complete two courses from: JS 102, JS 103, JS 104, JS 118 (6); Upper division electives (9)			18

Total Units:			18

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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

Office Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm
12:00pm-1:00pm, Closed for lunch

Justice Studies Undergraduate Program

BS - Justice Studies (Current Catalog for Students entering the University Fall 2007. Please check the catalog and major form for prerequisites, corequisites, and minimum grade requirements for graduation.)Course Descriptions

Minor - Justice Studies

BS - Justice Studies
(Current Catalog for Students entering the University Fall 2007. Please check the catalog and major form for prerequisites, corequisites, and minimum grade requirements for graduation.)
Course Descriptions