Criminal Justice Concentration
Drugs, gangs, and organized crime present numerous challenges to our society. This concentration gives you an opportunity to examine the criminal justice system with a focus on Latinos and the law. You can develop an understanding of the criminal justice system in the U.S. and delve into subjects such as contemporary criminal justice systems, psychological disorders and crime, and organized crime.
You can explore special issues related to adolescents and young adults in the juvenile justice system. Learn about alternative approaches to juvenile delinquency that can achieve better social outcomes.
With this concentration, you can prepare you for a career as a:
- Law enforcement officer
- Correctional officer
- Detective or criminal investigator
- Protective service worker
- Federal, state, or local government analyst
Curriculum Summary
General Plan
General Education Courses 49
units
- Lower Division 40 units
- Upper Division 9 units
Liberal Studies Courses 77
units
- Lower Division 22 units
- Upper Division 31 units
- Concentration 24 units
Total 126 units
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (General Option) General Education Courses
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (General Option) Major Courses
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (General Option) Program Requirements
