Social Justice Studies for Transfer: LGBTQ Studies
Associate in Arts Degree Sociology · MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Students completing this associate degree will have completed lower-division major preparation requirements for a LGBTQ studies degree, an emphasis or option within a social justice/LGBTQ studies degree, or a degree considered similar to LGBTQ studies at a participating California State University (CSU) campus.
Following transfer to a participating CSU campus, students will be required to complete no more than 60 units to obtain a bachelor's degree; however, some CSU campuses accepting this degree may require additional lower-division major preparation. This degree may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a CSU campus not accepting this degree or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a MiraCosta counselor for further information regarding the most efficient pathway to transfer as a social justice/LGBTQ studies major and to determine which CSU campuses are participating in this program.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Complete all courses in the major with a “C” or "P" or better.
- Complete the Cal-GETC general education pattern.
- Obtain a minimum CSU-transferable grade point average of 2.0.
- Complete a minimum of 12 semester units in residence at MiraCosta College.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to do the following:
- Articulate gender dynamics in face-to-face interaction, group settings, and large-scale social institutions.
- Articulate both the historical and contemporary issues pertaining to the social status of LGBTQIA+ identified people.
Course Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| SOCI 130 | Introduction to Gender Studies | 3 |
| SOCI 140 | Introduction to LGBT Studies | 3 |
| SOCI 207 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| orETHN 207 | Race and Ethnic Relations | |
| List A: | ||
| SOCI C1000 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| orSOCI C1000H | Introduction to Sociology - Honors | |
| SOCI 105 | Introduction to Justice Studies | 3 |
| PSYC 104 | Statistics for Behavioral Science | 4 |
| orPSYC 104H | Statistics for Behavioral Science (Honors) | |
| orSOCI 125 | Introduction to Statistics in Sociology | |
| Total Units | 19 | |
Notes:
- All courses listed satisfy a general education requirement on the Cal-GETC pattern. To ensure this degree is completed with no more than 60 units, students should select courses that will also satisfy a general education requirement.
- Students are strongly advised to select courses that meet lower-division major preparation requirements at their transfer university and to complete the History, Constitution, and American Ideals requirement prior to transfer.