Social scientists investigate human societies, behaviors, cultures and influences to understand complexities and to solve social challenges. Leaders across economics, law, public policy and healthcare explore people’s motivations and how they interact with others. Duke Pre-College Social Sciences courses prepare you to use critical thinking and problem-solving to closely investigate human behavior and social structures. Investigate real world problems with like-minded peers, and gain the knowledge and confidence to be an influential leader who can think like a social scientist.