Criminology and Justice Studies

The Criminology and Justice Studies minor is designed for students interested in learning more about criminology, criminal justice, law, and social justice. Students pursuing a CJS minor can select from a variety of courses that provide a foundation for the understanding of criminology and justice from a critical approach that considers the experiences of diverse communities.

1. Fundamentals of Criminology and Justice Studies (6 units)

2. Upper Division Criminology and Justice Studies (15 units)

a. Criminology and Justice Studies (9 units)

Select three of the following:

CJS 310 Juvenile Justice (3)
CJS 320 Introduction to Criminal Law and Legal Analysis (3)
CJS 326 Victimology (3)
CJS 328 Diversity and Crime (3)
CJS 340 Ethics in Criminal Justice (3)
CJS 350 Criminological Theory (3)

b. Electives (6 units)

Select any two 300- or 400-level Criminology and Justice Studies courses.

Total Units in the Minor: 21