The student who is interested in the social or behavioral sciences will find a variety of programs available in anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology. As in most of the other academic areas at Johns Hopkins, the departments are oriented toward research and the curricula are primarily designed to lead to graduate study. Course offerings are, however, sufficiently diverse that the student can plan a more eclectic program, usually with an area major. Programs in the social and behavioral sciences are useful as preparation for advanced study in law, medicine, government, business, and urban problems.
Independent work is encouraged.
A program in the social and behavioral sciences should cover the basic courses in related areas during the first two years. Courses in mathematics, statistics, and computer science will also be helpful, as most department programs have quantitative applications.