San Jose State University Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and BIOL 30; the full list is below.

    94 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with SJSU for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

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    Major Requirements

    San Jose State University Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation Major Preparation

    The courses San Jose State University lists as Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation 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 30A Introductory Chemistry
    • CHEM 30B Introductory Chemistry
    • 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

    • FS 12 Introduction to Digital Evidence Investigations
    • FS 57 Biological Criminalistics
    • PHOT 40 Beginning Photography

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does San Jose State University have a Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation major for transfer students?

    Yes. San Jose State University offers Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation (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 Crime Scene Investigation?

    San Jose State University's Forensic Science, Concentration in Crime Scene Investigation major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, BIOL 30, CHEM 30A, CHEM 30B and ENGL 1A, 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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