Law, Public Policy and Society, A.A.-T

An A.A.-T in Law, Public Policy, and Society for Transfer will fulfill the requirements for students to transfer to a CSU institution as an Interdisciplinary Major. The courses in this A.A.-T in Law, Public Policy, and Society for Transfer focus on an introductory foundation of Law, Public Police and Society through the study of interdisciplinary fields of study to include criminal justice, political science, history, philosophy, sociology, economics, and communications. Students completing this degree will acquire skills and abilities in communication, critical thinking, an introduction to the legal field, as well as preparation for further study in a variety of majors.

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Begin by exploring MSJC program maps to find career or transfer opportunities.  Program maps show the recommended course sequence that leads to graduation or transfer. The maps were developed by program experts to give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

Transfer degrees require a minimum of 60 semester CSU or UC transferable units with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA. Additionally, transfer degrees also require the completion of Cal-GETC general education. Please note that some courses are only transferable to a CSU, and this is noted in the program map. To transfer to a UC, students must complete at least 60 UC transferable units.

  • Starting in Spring? Choose Fall Semester 1 courses.   
  • Are you a part-time student?  Start Fall Semester 1 courses and follow the course sequence.

Cal-GETC

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Semester 1Units
ENGL-C1000 Academic Reading and Writing 3
STAT-C1000 Introduction to Statistics 3
AJ-101 Criminal Law 3
COMM-C1000 Introduction to Public Speaking 3
CSCR-100 College Success and Career Readiness 3
 Units15
Spring Semester 1
ENGL-C1001 Critical Thinking and Writing 3
POLS-C1000 American Government and Politics 3
SJS-101 Introduction to Social Justice Studies 3
ANTH-101 Biological Anthropology 3
ANTH-111 Biological Anthropology Lab 1
AJ-102 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
 Units16
Fall Semester 2
SPAN-101 Elementary Spanish I 4
AJ-118 Community and the Justice System 3
PS/ETHS-103
Ethnic Politics in America
or Black History in the American Context
3
PHIL-105 Introduction to Ethics 3
MUS-108
History of Jazz and Blues
or Art Appreciation
3
 Units16
Spring Semester 2
SPAN-102 Elementary Spanish II 4
HIST-112 U.S. History Since 1865 3
SOCI-102
Contemporary Social Problems
or Introduction to Psychology
3
ENVS-100
Humans and Scientific Inquiry
or Environmental Science
3
 Units13
 Total Units60

Language Other Than English (LOTE):
This is a graduation requirement for UC campuses but not for admission. You can fulfill LOTE by completing two years of the same foreign language in high school with a grade of C or better in the final semester; by completing one semester of a foreign language at a college, or by demonstrating proficiency with a grade of C or better in ASL-100, FREN-101, or SPAN-101. Languages other than English for Native Speakers are also acceptable for this requirement. Review individual campus information and requirements here: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/uc-graduation-requirements/ 
Some CSU campuses may also require language proficiency for graduation, and more than one semester may be necessary. 
At MSJC, LOTE courses count as electives. For personalized guidance, please consult your MSJC Counselor.

CSU - U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals:
This is a graduation requirement for CSU campuses but not for admission. Although not a Cal-GETC requirement, MSJC may certify completion of the CSU graduation requirement in U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals with POLS-1000/1000H and HIST-111/111H or HIST-112/112H. Courses used to meet this requirement may also be used to satisfy Cal-GETC Subject Area 4 requirements.

High School Students:
Students are encouraged to take courses during the summer before the Fall semester begins, specifically for students majoring in STEM. 

Work Based Learning:
Sign up for a special project or internship opportunity to gain valuable work experience and earn credits. For more information, email AWBL@msjc.edu or call 951-639-5352.

Course Title Credits
Required Core Courses
Select one of the following:3
Criminal Law
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Honors Introduction to Criminal Justice
Criminal Procedures
Legal Environment of Business
Select one of the following:3
Introduction to Ethics
Select one of the following:3
Introduction to Public Speaking
Introduction to Public Speaking - Honors
Argumentation and Debate (formerly Advocacy and Argument)
Honors Argumentation and Debate (formerly Advocacy and Argument)
Small Group Communication
Select one of the following:3
Academic Reading and Writing
Academic Reading and Writing - Honors
Select one of the following:3
Argumentation and Debate (formerly Advocacy and Argument)
Honors Argumentation and Debate (formerly Advocacy and Argument)
Persuasion
Critical Thinking and Writing
Critical Thinking and Writing - Honors
Logic
Select one of the following:3
Introduction to Statistics
Introduction to Statistics - Honors
Statistics for Behavioral Sciences
Select one of the following:3
U.S. History to 1877
Honors U.S. History to 1877
U.S. History Since 1865
Honors U.S. History Since 1865
Select one of the following:3
American Government and Politics
American Government and Politics - Honors
List A: Select two courses from two of the areas listed below.6
NOTE: Course must not have been used above.
Area: 1 Administration of Justice/Criminal Justice/Criminology
Criminal Law
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Honors Introduction to Criminal Justice
Criminal Evidence
Juvenile Procedures
Criminal Procedures
Community and the Justice System
Introduction to Correctional Science
Area: 2 Business
Legal Environment of Business
Area: 3 Economics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Honors Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Honors Principles of Microeconomics
Area: 4 Political Science
Comparative Politics and Government
Honors Comparative Politics and Government
Introduction to Political Theory
Honors Introduction to Political Theory
Introduction to International Relations
Honors Introduction to International Relations
Area: 5 Public Policy
Drugs, Health and Society
Introduction to Social Justice Studies
Honors Introduction to Social Justice Studies
Area: 6 Diversity
Cultural Anthropology
Honors Cultural Anthropology
Intercultural Communication
Honors Intercultural Communication
Introduction to Black Studies
Honors Introduction to Black Studies
Cultural Geography
Black History in the American Context
Honors Black History in the American Context
Gender and Social Interaction
Introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and Queer Studies
Area: 7 College Success
College Success and Career Readiness
Area: 8 Internship/Fieldwork
Work Experience Education: Administration of Justice
Work Experience Education: Communication Studies
General Work Experience
Work Experience Education: Legal Assistant
Work Experience Education: Management
Total Units30
Course Title Credits
Units for Major30
Cal-GETC Pattern34
Possible double counting: 24
Transferable Electives (as need to reach 60 transferable units)

Total Units for A.S.-T Degree: 60 units

The overall requirements for this Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) can be met by:

  • Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer.
  • Completion of Cal-GETC requirements.
  • Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
  • Completion of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable if pass is defined as a grade of C or better. ADTs are intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. A student completing an ADT is guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not a particular campus or major. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop a comprehensive educational plan to further understand university and transfer requirements.

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