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BETH5201: Ethics in Health Innovation
2024 unit information
This unit of study introduces students to the ethical, social and legal issues that underlie a wide range of biotechnologies, including: genetics, genomics, human reproduction, stem cell research, nanotechnology and emerging biotechnologies. Key concepts influencing debates in this area are covered, such as procreative beneficence, personhood, risk, consent, public engagement, and property in the body (including gene patenting). Topical case studies are included to keep up with recent developments in the field. Students will explore the ethical limits to research and knowledge in biotechnology.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Public Health
| Code | BETH5201 |
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| Academic unit | Public Health |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Raise, articulate, and consider answers to ethical questions concerning biotechnological advancements in relevant contexts and case studies
- LO2. Analyse and critically evaluate relevant competing ethical arguments and positions
- LO3. Develop and present reasoned defence of your position by deploying applicable ethical concepts, theories, or frameworks
- LO4. Demonstrate clarity and directness of argumentation, thought, and expression when communicating verbally and in written form
Unit availability
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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Semester 2 2024
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Online | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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