| Our program emphasizes the interdisciplinary study of bioethics through the humanities and the values-oriented social sciences. The goal of the program is a rigorous master's level education in the legal, historical, philosophical, and cultural contexts of medicine. Graduates will be able to use their multidisciplinary understanding of medicine in their teaching, advising, and ethical decision making. To view more information, please determine which of the following types of student you will be: . | The Freestanding MA Program is designed for working professionals interested in bioethics & the medical humanities. It is a part-time program with evening classes. . | The Combined MD/MA Program is designed for students in the Feinberg School of Medicine who are interested in earning an MA in Medical Humanities & Bioethics concurrently with their MD. . | The Dual Graduate Degree Program with Genetic Counseling works in conjunction with Northwestern's Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling. Students leave with both degrees in about two years. . | We are working to create other dual-degree programs, including with Northwestern's School of Law. If you have any questions regarding combining our MA with another degree program, please contact Graduate Program Coordinator Bryan Morrison. . |
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