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Criminal Justice Studies
Area of study
Law
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The College of Marin's Associate of Science in Administration of Justice program provides a comprehensive understanding of laws, legal systems, and public safety. This 2-year, 60-unit program prepares students for careers in law enforcement, criminal justice, and government agencies. Graduates can also pursue further studies in Law or Criminology.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Program Content: Associate of Science degree focused on understanding laws, legal systems, and public safety
- Program Structure: 2-year, 60-unit program
- Module Description:
- However, some key areas of study within the program are mentioned:
- Law and the Legal System
- Criminal Justice
- Public Safety
- Criminology
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods: Not explicitly mentioned, however, it can be assumed that a variety of methods are employed including lectures, discussions, case studies, simulations, and guest speakers.
Careers:
- Careers in law and criminal justice, including:
- Prosecutors and Defense Attorneys
- Law Enforcement Officers
- Detectives and Investigators
- Corrections officers and parole officers
- Government Agencies such as the FBI and Homeland Security.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
College of Marin offers an Associate in Science, Associate in Science Transfer and Certificate of Achievement in Administration of Justice.
- Completion of high school or equivalent
- Minimum GPA of 2.0
- Completion of the following English and Math courses:
- English 120 or equivalent
- Math 110 or equivalent
Additional Entry Requirements for the Associate in Science Transfer:
- Completion of the following general education courses:
- Area A: Communication - 9 units
- Area B: Humanities - 9 units
- Area C: Social and Behavioral Sciences - 9 units
- Area D: Mathematics and Science - 9 units
- Area E: Lifelong Learning and Self-Development - 3 units
- Completion of the following major preparation courses:
- Administration of Justice 101 - Introduction to Administration of Justice
- Administration of Justice 102 - Introduction to Criminal Law
- Administration of Justice 103 - Introduction to Criminal Procedure
- Administration of Justice 104 - Introduction to Criminology
- Administration of Justice 201 - Juvenile Justice
- Administration of Justice 202 - Police and Society
- Administration of Justice 203 - Corrections
- Administration of Justice 204 - Courts and the Judicial Process
- Completion of the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
- Completion of the following English language proficiency test:
- TOEFL with a score of 550 or higher
- IELTS with a score of 6.5 or higher
- PTE Academic with a score of 50 or higher
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- For all programs, students must demonstrate proficiency in English.
- International students must meet the English language proficiency requirements listed above.
- The Administration of Justice program is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year university.
- Students who complete the Associate in Science Transfer degree will be eligible to transfer to a California State University (CSU) or a University of California (UC).
- The Administration of Justice program also offers a Certificate of Achievement in Corrections.
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