MA Bioethics at New York University

Programme overview

Founded through NYU’s Center for Bioethics, the Master of Arts in Bioethics degree at GPH is one of the first programs in the world to promote a broad conception of bioethics encompassing both medical and environmental ethics. You’ll develop concepts and analytical skills that enable you to think critically about pressing challenges in the broad field of bioethics, and you’ll also have the opportunity to focus your studies through flexible curriculum options and the one-on-one guidance of your advisor.

Faculty: School of Global Public Health | Duration: 32 credits | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Sample required courses: Introduction to Public Health; Advanced Introduction to Bioethics; Advanced Introduction to Environmental Ethics; Bioethics Practicum.

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Entry requirements

All applicants are required to submit the following: SOPHAS application form, select MA in Bioethics from the list of active NYU GPH programs BA, BS, RN, MD, JD, or other professional degrees, preferably with one or more courses in medical, professional, or environmental ethics; philosophy; medical anthropology; history or sociology; health care administration, law, or policy; ecology and environmental policy Official transcripts from each institution attended (or an evaluation of your credentials if you graduated from a foreign institution) Three letters of recommendation Statement of purpose Resume/CV English language proficiency exam (TOEFL iBT or IELTS Academic) results for all applicants whose native language is not English and who did not receive the equivalent of a US bachelor's degree at an institution where English is the primary language of instruction.

Duration: 32 credits

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