Undergraduate Studies

Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies

What is justice? What is injustice? The Bachelor of Science in justice studies is designed for students interested in social inquiry in the areas of justice, law and social change. Our graduates pursue careers in the areas of law and society, civil and human rights, environmental protection, hunger and homelessness, immigration, peace and justice, public policy, law enforcement, probation and victim advocacy. Others pursue advanced degrees in law or graduate school. Our interdisciplinary program allows students the flexibility to pursue the broader subject of justice or specialize in one of five concentrated areas of study:

• Citizenship, migration and human rights.
• Globalization, sustainability and economic justice.
• Law, policy and social change.
• Media, technology and culture.
• Social identities and communities.

Justice studies students develop transferable skills, including critical thinking, oral and written discourse and problem solving. Students actively participate in their education through discussion, cooperative learning, field trips and case-based classroom formats. They are encouraged to link their studies with real world problems by engaging in research projects with our faculty, internship placements and volunteer work with community agencies. Justice studies, in conjunction with Barrett, The Honors College, provides an honors program for undergraduates of exceptional ability. Justice studies also offers an honors colloquium every year.

Our student organization, the Justice and Pre-law Society, helps undergraduates make an informed decision when choosing a career in social justice, law or community activism. This organization holds meetings throughout the school year to discuss community and campus involvement, host speakers to learn about career opportunities and to network.

Explore our undergraduate program Web site and if you have questions, please contact us at justiceinfo@asu.edu or by telephone at 480-965-7682.