Master Ethique — Conseil en génétique

Master Éthique, with a specialization in Conseil en génétique (genetic counseling), sits within the broader field of applied ethics as it relates to medicine, genetics, and healthcare. Programs in this area train students to work at the intersection of genetic science and patient care, focusing on how to inform, support, and counsel individuals and families facing genetic conditions or genetic testing decisions. Typical coursework covers principles of human genetics, the ethical and legal frameworks surrounding genetic testing and reproductive choices, communication skills for delivering sensitive medical information, and case-based study of dilemmas that arise when genetic knowledge intersects with personal and family decision-making. Students also study broader bioethics topics, including consent, confidentiality, and the social implications of genetic information. Graduates trained in genetic counseling and bioethics typically work within hospital genetics departments, prenatal diagnosis units, research ethics committees, and public health settings where genetic testing and counseling are involved. Some pursue further specialization in clinical genetics, bioethics research, or roles advising on health policy related to genetic technologies. This master's program is offered by Université Paris Cité in Paris, France. It is structured as a two-year degree, with a start date in September, and yearly tuition of 250 EUR. Instruction is delivered in French, meaning students engage with the ethical, medical, and communicative dimensions of genetic counseling through French-language coursework and case discussions throughout the program.