This is a general education elective course open to students majoring in the fields of science and technology. By systematically exposing students to the cutting-edge researches in social sciences, it aims to enhance their understanding of different theories, methods and perspectives of social studies, and to provide a basis for informed selection of courses in social sciences in their future studies at SUSTech.Upon successful completion, students will be able to broaden theri knowledge base, stir their intellectual curiosity to social sciences, and enhance their ability to think critically and to conduct interdisciplinary research.