MA Bioethics at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Admissions for the Bioethics MA Program are currently on hold. Please contact [email protected] for updates. The Center for Bioethics offers two kinds of MA degrees: Plan A and Plan B with a major in bioethics.

Faculty: Medical School | Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core Courses, Electives, Related Fields Electives.

Career pathways

This model of pairing the MA in bioethics with another degree prompts students to acquire a firm disciplinary grounding as well as interdisciplinary bioethics expertise, a practice that best prepares students for the interdisciplinary career options related to bioethics. Some examples of careers include work in the fields of genetics, social work, public health, veterinary science, religious studies, psychology, biology, and philosophy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree is required for admission. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. Admission tests: GRE, LSAT, MCAT. This program is not accepting applications for new students at this time. Transcripts of all postsecondary academic work, a personal statement, a writing sample (preferably on a topic in bioethics), a description of research or relevant work experience, a C.V. or résumé, and at least three letters of reference are required. Applicants may also submit a statement on "Extenuating Circumstances" and "Diversity." See program website for more details. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 100.

Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits

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