Master of Bioethics and Health Law (MBHL)
Explore the intersection of ethical theory, medical technology, and health law in this interdisciplinary master's program.
Best for:Best for students and professionals in law, philosophy, or healthcare seeking specialized expertise in bioethics and health jurisprudence.
Overview
The Master of Bioethics and Health Law (MBHL) at the University of Otago is an interdisciplinary postgraduate program designed to address complex moral and legal challenges in modern medicine. Students combine coursework across legal and ethical frameworks with a supervised research dissertation. The program examines pressing bioethical issues driven by rapid technological advancements and changes in healthcare resourcing. Applicants are expected to engage deeply with both ethical analysis and legal principles.
What you'll do
- Complete coursework papers worth a total of 120 points from the approved schedule
- Conduct independent academic research under faculty supervision
- Write and submit an advanced research dissertation
- Analyze complex bioethical problems arising from medical technologies and healthcare changes
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification
Degree offered: Master of Bioethics and Health Law (MBHL)
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Ability to engage in critical analysis of philosophical and legal texts
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Capacity for independent academic research
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