Master of Bioethics
Monash University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00008C
While a Master of Bioethics is particularly well suited to healthcare professionals and scientists who face complex ethical issues in their working lives, it also offers important skills development for those involved in public policy and law, as well as for anyone who wishes to explore issues of public concern.An interdisciplinary approach is taken to key issues including ethical theory, questions of life and death, ethical issues in patient care, human-research ethics, legal and policy issues in bioethics, and public health ethics. It is suitable for students with little or no prior background in ethics or philosophy, but also for philosophy graduates with an interest in further study of bioethics.You will have the opportunity to engage with industry and participate in study tours and field schools, both in Australia and overseas. For example, you may undertake collaborative work with the World Health Organisation, either at Monash or Geneva.
Designed for
Health care professionals, scientists facing complex ethical issues in the workplace, those involved in developing relevant public policy and law
Structure
Core subjects, electives, a research study option, experiential learning, international opportunities
Subjects
- Bioethics
Standard entry requirements
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average.
Study pathways
No prior knowledge in area required to undertake this course. Credit possible for previous humanities and social sciences study. Early exits possible.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Clayton | International: $37,900 | No |
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| Monash Online | International: $37,900 | No |
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