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Sociology, Criminology & Justice Studies Department
We invite you to join the world community of students and scholars who share a desire
to better understand society, and through that understanding make the world a better
place. We are among the newest sociology departments in the United States, and have
shaped our curriculum to address the problems and potentials of twenty-first century
social life.
We help students develop strong sociological, criminological, and justice studies
theories, research, and advocacy skills that empower them to engage and improve their
spheres of social experience — from the local to the global.
Highlights
Academic Offerings
Both of our bachelor's degree programs combine strong core skills development with opportunities to develop expertise in one or more specific content areas. The master's degree program builds professional-level competencies in applied sociological theory and research. Most masters students complete terminal research projects that provide crucial information to local social services agencies and communities. We also offer two undergraduate minors that students use to enhance course work in a major.
We offer excellent programs of study to help you reach your educational and career goals. Our graduates are well prepared for a broad array of careers. Our alumni have used the skills acquired in our programs as springboards to successful careers in such diverse areas as human and social service administration, education, law enforcement, health care, counseling, business, politics, and the arts.
CSUSM Extended Learning also offers a fully-online Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Justice Studies