The UGA Department of Philosophy is excited to announce a new minor in Bioethics to enhance students’ ability to think and argue in a manner that will benefit them in a variety of careers and areas of post-graduate study. Bioethics is the interdisciplinary study of ethical and philosophical issues that arise in the context of medicine and bioresearch. The Minor in Bioethics provides students with the opportunity to achieve a deeper understanding of the ethical questions that arise in the context of medical practice and biomedical research, as well as to increase their familiarity with the concepts and arguments used in the field. A Bioethics minor will assist students development of analytical and critical thinking skills with special emphasis on ethical reasoning. The curriculum includes three required ethics courses in philosophy, plus a choice from a range of elective courses across departments. These courses cover the fundamental principles of ethical thought, the specific issues and theories addressed in the field of bioethics, and the broader health and medical context, providing students with the tools to address the most critical contemporary issues in bioethics. Type of News/Audience: Announcement Undergraduate News Read More: For more information on the Bioethics minor curriculum
