Program Overview

Bioethics Master of Arts in Bioethics Online

About the Program

The MA in Bioethics is a completely online program from The Ohio State University College of Medicine. This 30 credit hour interdisciplinary program offers a broad exposure of the history, topics, and issues of bioethics, drawing on the strengths and expertise of our diverse faculty and OSU resources.

Program Overview

The MA program is an ideal fit for professionals in healthcare and biomedical fields, as well as biomedical and basic science research. Such fields include:

• medicine
  • nursing
  • dentistry
  • social work
  • veterinary medicine
  • genetic counseling
  • public policy
  • biotechnology
• Graduate and professional students in any bioethics-related fields are also welcome.

Program Structure

Part-time and full-time program options are available. Most part-time students will likely complete the program in two to three years by taking four to five classes a year. Ambitious full-time students may complete the program in as little as three semesters. Completion in one year will include summer as the third semester.

Program Authorization

The Master of Arts in Bioethics is authorized in all 50 states, as this is a purely online program and does not have residency requirements.

Program Details

• The program offers a broad exposure to the history, topics, and issues of bioethics.
• It is a 30 credit hour interdisciplinary program.
• The program is available online.
• It is suitable for professionals in various fields, including healthcare, biomedical research, and related areas.
• Both part-time and full-time options are available.
• The program can be completed in two to three years for part-time students or as little as three semesters for full-time students.