Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
Master of Arts in Urban Bioethics (MAUB)

Philadelphia, USA

DEGREE TYPE

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

Key Summary

About : The Master of Arts in Urban Bioethics (MAUB) program explores ethical challenges related to public health in urban settings. This program prepares students to critically assess issues at the intersection of bioethics and urban challenges. Students engage in practical learning through case studies and community partnerships, gaining a thorough understanding of the ethical implications of health policies and practices in urban environments.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including public health, health policy, and non-profit organizations. They may also work as bioethicists, healthcare professionals, or in government roles related to urban health. This degree equips students with the skills necessary to address complex ethical issues prevalent in urban communities.

The Master of Arts in Urban Bioethics, offered through the Center for Urban Bioethics, is the nation’s only bioethics degree explicitly focused on health equity. The program provides a solid foundation in traditional bioethics along with practical training and resources for understanding and analyzing the ethics, values, and value conflicts present in many dense, disparate, and diverse urban settings.

Students who pursue the MA in Urban Bioethics learn how to address inequities of health and issues of access to medical, legal, and other resources that impact health in urban areas. Due to the far-reaching impact of bioethics, we welcome students from a wide variety of educational and professional backgrounds, including medicine, policy, philosophy, research, industry, administration, and law.

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