Degrees and Courses
Columbia University's Bioethics program is multidisciplinary at its core, with partners and advisors from the top-10 programs in medicine, law, public health, business, journalism, international affairs, and philosophy. In addition to the Master of Science in Bioethics, Columbia offers flexible academic and professional programming to suit a range of careers.
We are pleased to offer hybrid options, whereby students who take courses online can also come to campus for a semester or to take one or more of our one-week intensive in-person courses.
| Program Option | Required Experience | Course Formats | Time Commitment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science (full‑time or part‑time) | Professional or academic experience or interest in healthcare, biotechnology, and related fields |
On-campus* or Online* |
3 Terms Full-Time 6 Terms Part-Time Master's Thesis |
| Dual Degree in Bioethics and Public Health (Full‑Time or Part‑Time) | Professional or academic experience or interest in healthcare, biotechnology, and public health |
On-campus or Hybrid: |
2 Years Full-Time Up to approx. 4 Years Part-Time |
| Certification of Professional Achievement (Part‑Time) | Professional or academic experience or interest in healthcare, biotechnology, and related fields |
Online or On-campus |
Up to 3 Years, Part-Time |
| Single Courses | Professional or academic experience or interest in healthcare, biotechnology, and related fields |
Online |
Custom |
| Executive Education | Industry experience within pharmaceutical and biotechnology |
On-Campus |
Custom |
* Switching between on-campus and online is possible with administrative approval.
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