Master of International Research Bioethics
3 semesters full-time + 6 semesters part-time
Study mode and course location
On-campus (Alfred Hospital, Melbourne)
Course description
This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and
Preventative Medicine, is an interdisciplinary program covering
comparative moral theory, research bioethics in an international
setting, quantitative and qualitative research methodology, critical
appraisal techniques and relevant law. Particular emphasis is given to
ethical issues associated with research in developing countries in the
Asia-Pacific Region. Students will gain a strong theoretical
framework, significant experience with ethics committees and
considerable involvement with local organisations concerned with the
development of bioethical policy and its implementation. This course
is currently funded by the Fogarty Institute of the US National
Institutes of Health.
Course objectives
The overall objectives for the course cover four main themes:
1. Basic moral theory, bioethics and the application of
bioethical principles and law to research in both domestic and
international collaborative contexts
2. Quantitative and qualitative methodology for international
health programme planning and evaluation
3. Special issues in international health
4. Practical application of theory and knowledge
Fees:
In recognition of the fact that people from both NGOs and from
developing countries may wish to undertake this program, we have a
special fee policy for this program. Fees are AUS $19,785 for
Australian students and AUS $22,650 for international students. In
addition five scholarships are available which cover both fees and a
stipend for living expenses for students from developing countries in
the Asia/Pacific region.
For details about application criteria contact
Dr Deborah Zion
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