Justice Studies*

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Description
Learn how to create meaningful change by becoming an advocate for social, economic and political justice on a global level. You'll gain a broad understanding of the world's justice systems, complementing and empowering a variety of majors.

The concentration in justice studies is designed for students interested in developing an understanding of the meaning of justice and injustice and in analyzing controversial issues. In addition to the two required core courses, students are able to select electives that align with their specific interests.

Requirements

  • Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours including 12 of upper division hours for this concentration.
  • A minimum of 9 credit hours must be resident credit with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
  • All courses must be completed with a grade of ā€œCā€ (2.00) or higher.
  • No pass/fail or noncredit course work may be applied to the concentration.
  • M - Course transfer equivalent available from Maricopa County Community College District, details are provided on the Transfer Information tab.

 

Core 6 hours

JUS 105 Introduction to Justice Studies (3) (Credit is allowed for only JUS 105 or 305) OR JUS 305 Principles of Justice Studies (3)

JUS 303 Justice Theory (3) (Required) (Prerequisite(s): minimum 24 hours)

Electives 12 Hours (6-9 Upper Division)
Select in consultation with a Justice Studies advisor.
CANNOT be from: JUS 105, JUS 303, JUS 305 or any course taken in the required core.

Any JUS 100 course (NOT JUS 105)
Any JUS 200M course
Any JUS 300 course (NOT JUS 303 or JUS 305)
Any JUS 400 course 

YEAR

2025-26

CAMPUS

Tempe

ADVISING

Interdisciplinary Studies Advising
cisa.asu.edu/advising
All appointments:
480-965-4464

Downtown Phoenix
Arizona Center, Suite 380

Polytechnic
Santa Catalina Hall

Tempe
Urban Systems Engineering

Online
480-965-4464

DARS CODE

LAJUSEMPH

COLLEGE/SCHOOL

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

CONCENTRATION CONTACT

School of Social Transformation | WLSN 5th floor
SSTadvising@asu.edu
480-965-7682