Masters of International Research Bioethics, Monash University 2008
Master of International Research Bioethics
Commencement date February 2008
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, and experience
with local ethics committees. 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 fee scholarships and stipends are available to
students from developing countries in the Asia/ Pacific region.
Please contact
Dr Deborah Zion
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