Biomedical Ethics Minor (HBA)
Admissions Category: Social Sciences & Humanities
Program Overview
is the study of the ideas that shape our thought and action, and it addresses fundamental questions and problems associated with reality, truth, existence, logic, and morality. , like the study of ethics in general, is concerned with the question of how we ought to act. Bioethics is distinguished by its focus on the unique problems that emerge in the context of medical decision-making, health-care policy, and biotechnology.
Complementary Programs:
Psychology, Political Science, Biological Sciences, English Literature, Historical and Cultural Studies
Check out future career opportunities and skills acquired from completing this program:
Competencies & Skills
- Analyze concepts, definitions, arguments and problems
- Organize ideas and issues
- Deal with questions of value, and extract what is essential from masses of information
- Analyze data and facts presented about an issue and provide input on ethical implications
Careers for Graduates
- Public Policy Analyst
- Health Policy Analyst
- Community Health Worker
- Patient Services Coordinator
- Legal Researcher
- Police Officer/Law Enforcement
Further Education
- Philosophy
- Bioethics
- Law
- Education
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Religious Studies
Program Pathway
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4
Year 1
Choose Your Courses Wisely
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
Apply Theory to Practice
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
Plan for Your Future Career
Year 2
Choose Your Courses Wisely
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
Apply Theory to Practice
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
Plan for Your Future Career
Year 3
Choose Your Courses Wisely
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
Apply Theory to Practice
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
Plan for Your Future Career
Year 4
Choose Your Courses Wisely
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
Apply Theory to Practice
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
Plan for Your Future Career
Choose Your Courses Wisely
- Explore different kinds of courses; this will also help with fulfilling breadth requirements and electives.
- Use and the to plan your degree.
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
- Schedule an appointment with your for in-depth research assistance with your assignments.
- Get writing support at the .
Apply Theory to Practice
- Attend the UTSC Faculty Mix & Mingle Fair to connect with professors and learn more about their specialties.
- Start building your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) and search for Experiential Learning opportunities.
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
- Get involved with the (APS) at UTSC to connect with peers in your area of study and learn about opportunities available on campus.
- Volunteer in DSL鈥檚 Alternative Reading Week program to gain experience and knowledge about social change and community development.
Plan for Your Future Career
- Volunteer with organizations to explore your interests; check listings on .
- Attend the in September and register with to explore opportunities.
Year 2
Choose Your Courses Wisely
- 0.5 B-level credit: .
- 0.5 credit in Value Theory from: , , , , , , , , , , , , .
- Use to plan your courses and program.
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
- Further develop your general academic skills by attending workshops offered by the (AA&CC) and Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL).
Apply Theory to Practice
- Get involved in relevant opportunities on and/or off campus; apply to Work Study or other part-time and summer jobs on (>Jobs & Recruitment).
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
- Check (>Jobs & Recruitment) to search for Work Study or volunteer positions on campus to gain experience and to get involved.
- Attend the annual International Undergraduate Philosophy Conference to hear presentations given by a keynote speaker and your senior undergraduate peers.
Plan for Your Future Career
- Considering grad school? Speak to professors and advisors early so you are on track.
- Explore careers through the AA&CC鈥檚 and programs.
Year 3
Choose Your Courses Wisely
- 1.0 credit in Biomedical Ethics from: , , .
- 2.0 additional PHL credits (see for details).
- Use to ensure you are on track with your degree.
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
- Consider competing for the or .
Apply Theory to Practice
- Participate in the annual International Undergraduate Philosophy Conference to showcase your work, and listen to other presentations by keynote speakers and your undergraduate peers.
- Apply to the to receive pedagogical training and to work as a Teaching Assistant in introductory philosophy courses.
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
- Run for an elected position in the (APS).
- Look into volunteering or working overseas to expand your network through International Student Centre鈥檚 (ISC) Global Learning programs.
- Consider applying to summer undergraduate philosophy institutes abroad.
Plan for Your Future Career
- Plan a career path with a staff member at the .
- Check for networking events and employer information sessions to attend.
- Attend the in September.
- Attend department information sessions on applying to graduate school in philosophy.
Year 4
Choose Your Courses Wisely
- Use to ensure you are on track to graduate.
- Ensure you have fulfilled your breadth requirements.
- Register your 鈥淚ntent to Graduate鈥 on by the deadline.
Develop Your Academic & Research Skills
- Apply for the Academic Travel Fund through DSL to conduct research, present at a conference, or engage with the academic community internationally.
Apply Theory to Practice
- Attend the in January to meet with potential employers looking to hire students for summer and full-time positions relevant to your field.
Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally)
- Participate in the AA&CC鈥檚 program to learn and network with an alumni mentor about transitioning into the work field or further education.
Plan for Your Future Career
- Attend the AA&CC鈥檚 job search conference in April/May.
- Attend a orientation for a job search 鈥渃rash course鈥 and for access to full-time job listings.
- Discuss grad school plans early with staff at the AA&CC and your professors; get your Personal Statement reviewed in the .
Glossary
- AACC - Academic Advising and Career Centre (www.utsc.utoronto.ca/aacc)
- APS - Association of Philosophy Students (https://utscaps.wordpress.com)
- CCR - Co-Curricular Record (https://clnx.utoronto.ca/ccr/overview.htm)
- CLNx - Career Co-Curricular Learning Network (https://clnx.utoronto.ca/home.htm)
- CTL - Centre for Teaching and Learning (/ctl)
- DSL - Department of Student Life (/studentlife)
- ISC - International Student Centre (/utscinternational)
- SCSU - Scarborough Campus Students Union (https://www.scsu.ca)
Contacts
Departmental Contact
Jason Ferreira
E-mail: jason.ferreira@utoronto.caPhone: 416-208-2976
Biomedical Ethics Librarian
Chad Crichton
E-mail: chad.crichton@utoronto.caLocation: ARC main floor
Phone: 416-287-7492
Academic Advising & Career Centre
Phone: 416-287-7561
Department of Student Life
Phone: 416-208-4760
Association of Philosophy Students
Did You Know?
We are the top-ranked philosophy program in Canada, and a leading philosophy department in the English-speaking world.