700.840.01
Bioethics Program Independent Study
Location
East Baltimore
Term
1st Term
Department
Berman Institute (Bioethics)
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Independent Study
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Provides students with a one-on-one independent study experience in which they independently review papers from the current literature and meet weekly with a departmental faculty member to discuss them. Offers opportunities for complementary activities which may include participating in related course discussions, seminars, conferences, etc. Culminates with the completion of a written document, typically a substantial paper.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Summarize and discuss specific fields of research
- Formulate an original position on a bioethical issue
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 20% Participation
- 20% Outline
- 60% Final Paper
Enrollment Restriction
MBE students only