Philosophy, Bioethics and Health

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 2.25 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 15.2 k / Year(s)  
StudyQA ranking:7172 Duration:12 months

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The Master's degree in Philosophy, Bioethics and Health at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary program designed to explore the complex ethical, philosophical, and societal issues arising in healthcare and biomedical sciences. This unique programme combines rigorous philosophical training with practical insights into bioethics, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to address ethical dilemmas in medicine, public health, and biomedical research. Students will engage with a broad range of topics, including medical ethics, healthcare policy, human rights, the morality of emerging technologies, and the societal impacts of biomedical advancements. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and effective communication skills, preparing students for careers in healthcare organizations, research institutions, policymaking, or further academic pursuits. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, case studies, and independent research, participants will develop a nuanced understanding of how philosophical theories intersect with real-world health challenges. The program also fosters international perspectives and intercultural dialogue, recognizing that bioethical issues often transcend national borders. With access to world-class faculty and extensive academic resources, students will have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as medical ethics, disability ethics, end-of-life decision-making, or global health ethics. The interdisciplinary environment encourages collaboration and innovative thinking, essential for addressing the ethical complexities of modern healthcare and biomedicine. Graduates of this program will be prepared to contribute to ethical policy development, clinical practice, research ethics committees, or academic research, making meaningful impacts on society’s health and well-being. The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s Philosophy, Bioethics and Health program is committed to fostering ethical awareness, critical reflection, and responsible leadership in the bioethical arena, shaping professionals capable of navigating the moral dimensions of the health-related sciences in diverse contexts worldwide.

Admission requirements

http://www.vu.nl/nl/opleidingen/masteropleidingen/opleidingenoverzicht/s-z/spatial-transport-and-environmental-economics/admission-requirements-and-application/index.asp

Other requirements

  1. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) http://www.vu.nl/nl/opleidingen/masteropleidingen/opleidingenoverzicht/s-z/spatial-transport-and-environmental-economics/admission-requirements-and-application/index.asp
  2. schriftelijk verzoek No decisions on admission can be made until the admissions office has received the complete online form, the application fee and the required documents as mentioned on the general website.
  3. minimum kennis (ISPAC: overige vereisten) Please make sure you also read the general requirements and application procedure.


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