Master's in Bioethics and Medical Humanities

Tulane University is a prestigious private research institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana. Founded in 1834, the university has a rich history of academic excellence and a commitment to public service. Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, Tulane provides students with a comprehensive and intellectually stimulating educational experience. At Tulane University, innovation and interdisciplinary learning are central to its academic approach. With world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, the university fosters an environment of intellectual curiosity and exploration. Tulane's dedication to community engagement and social responsibility is evident in its emphasis on public service and impactful research initiatives. Whether pursuing studies in liberal arts, business, sciences, law, or healthcare, students at Tulane University are prepared to become well-rounded, compassionate leaders who contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world.

The Master of Science in Bioethics and Medical Humanities is a non-thesis, capstone-required program within Biomedical Sciences which can be completed in either a one- or a two-year course of study. As healthcare becomes increasingly complex with both technological advances as well as social decisions that must be faced, this master’s degree program will assist any learner who wishes to pursue healthcare ethics and humanities in their future. This is a 33-credit-hour program consisting of seven required core courses and four electives. This program accommodates Dual Degree MD-MS students (see below) and those students interested in pursuing the stand-alone MS degree. It is well-suited for both post-baccalaureate students progressing toward a terminal degree (e.g., an MD, JD, etc.) and mid-career professionals who wish to expand their potential in medical ethics and humanities. Students in professional schools wishing to take an MS in a gap year may complete the program in its one-year format. All courses in our program may be attended in-person or by live synchronous teleconferencing, allowing participation from virtually anywhere. Students pursue either the Bioethics Track or Medical Humanities Track to center their efforts, but the program is unique in providing the student both a bioethics and a medical humanities education through our interdisciplinary faculty brought together in the Program in Medical Ethics and Human Values. Core program faculty staffing the core courses are drawn from Philosophy, English, Medicine, Humanities and Clinical Ethics and boast a distinguished publication record in Bioethics and Medical Humanities.