San Jose State University Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and BIOL 30; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
San Jose State University Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology Major Preparation
The courses San Jose State University lists as Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are SJSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Second course in english composition
Complete 1 of these
- ENGL 1B Argument and Analysis
- ENGL 2 Critical Thinking and Writing
Preparation for the major
Complete all of these
- BIOL 30 Principles of Biology I
- CHEM 1A General Chemistry
- CHEM 1B General Chemistry
- CHEM 55 Quantitative Analysis
- CHEM 55L Quantitative Analysis Lab
- CHEM 112A Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 112B Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 113A Organic Chemistry Lab
- ENGL 1A First Year Writing
- MATH 30 Calculus I
- PHYS 2A Fundamentals of Physics
- PHYS 2B Fundamentals of Physics
Complete 1 of these
- STAT 95 Elementary Statistics
- JS 15 Introductory Statistics in Justice Studies
- UNVS 15 Statway: Statistics-Concepts & Methods
Lower division core requirements of the major
Required
- FS 11 Survey of Forensic Science
Lower division concentration requirements
Complete all of these
- BIOL 31 Principles of Biology II
- FS 57 Biological Criminalistics
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does San Jose State University have a Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology major for transfer students?
Yes. San Jose State University offers Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology?
San Jose State University's Forensic Science, Concentration in Biology major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, BIOL 30, CHEM 1A, CHEM 1B and CHEM 55, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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