Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Q. Who is
qualified to participate in the Online Graduate Programs in Bioethics?
This online
graduate programs (professional doctorate, master's, certificates)
are designed primarily
for professionals with advanced degrees who have a significant interest in
bioethics.
Q. Who are the students in
your program?
Our students are
professionals from a variety of backgrounds from all over the
country. Our program attracts physicians, nurses, lawyers, social
workers, administrators, risk managers, chaplains, scientists and
researchers.
Q. Who are the
faculty in your program?
The
faculty members
of the Neiswanger Institute come from a variety of disciplines including
medicine, law, canon law, medical humanities, philosophy, public
health, and theology. All have significant experience in clinical
ethics and are nationally recognized as educational innovators in
bioethics. Our faculty members possess a wealth of knowledge but the
unique aspect of the faculty is their appreciation of the
contribution of our students to the learning environment. As a
result, our faculty share a commitment to fostering dialogue among
participants in the courses and helping each student to refine his
or her knowledge and interpersonal skill sets in bioethics.
Q. Do I need to take the GRE?
Applicants who already possess an advanced
degree do not need to take the GRE.
Q. Is there
an on-campus component to the graduate
program?
There is an
optional on-campus component to the graduate program. This will be an intensive summer experience for those students who have the
ability to come to the Loyola University Medical Center in suburban Chicago.
Q. How long will it take me to complete the
MA degree?
To satisfy
the requirements of our online MA program, students must take the
five required courses and five electives. At least four online
courses per semester will be offered during the academic year (two
on campus courses during the summer).
Students have up to five years to complete the degree once
admitted into the program. For those students who are able to
devote full-time to the program, the convenience of online learning
does offer the possibility to complete the degree in as short as one
year.
Q.
Will my actual degree reflect
that I earned my master's in bioethics through an online program?
No. There is no distinction
made on the degree. Your master's degree is awarded based on competency
and successfully meeting Loyola University Chicago's academic
requirements, not upon geographic location or residency.
Q. How is the course content delivered in
the program?
Courses are offered via
Blackboard, Loyola University's web-based infrastructure
software program designed for e-learning.
Q. Is Blackboard available 24/7?
Yes, Blackboard is available all the
time. If you have access to the internet, you have access to Blackboard.
Q. What does the Blackboard interface
look like?
Please click
here to view an
introduction about Blackboard.
Q. How many courses should I take a
semester?
Because our students are professionals
with many work and personal obligations, we recommend that students take
no more than two courses a semester.
Q. How much time does each course require
per week?
This varies from student to student but
our graduate students report that each course takes anywhere from 8 to
12 hours a week.
Q. What technical requirements are
there for this program?
- Personal computer;
- Latest version of Internet Explorer web browser:
Internet Explorer 6, Service Pack 2. Microsoft offers a free
download on their web site, click
here.
- Microsoft Office 2000 or newer;
- Latest version of Windows Media
Player, click here for the
Microsoft website free
download;
- Check your firewall setting, highest guards will block video
streams, Microsoft & McAfee firewall blockers will ask for access
permission from user;
- Adobe Acrobat Reader;
- CD-ROM drive;
- Sound card with speakers or head-set;
- Email accessibility;
- Minimum 56 K modem connection to the Internet (broadband
connection recommended);
- Printer.
In addition to the technical requirements
above, participants must be able to:
- Access and use the Internet, email, Adobe
Acrobat Reader, and QuickTime Player;
- Work with email attachments;
- Know how to contact their Internet Service Provider (ISP) for
technical assistance on Internet connection and tools.
Q. What are the requirements for each
course, in terms of assignments, class participation, etc.?
Each course has its own individual requirements
depending on the instructor(s). Course requirements are defined in each course's syllabus,
which is available online at the beginning of the course.
Q. Is there a thesis requirement for the
online MA program?
There is no thesis
requirement. Instead, students are required to prepare a paper of
publishable quality in the Master's Research Capstone course. Go
here
http://bioethics.lumc.edu/online_masters/student_publications.html
to see a list of
publications authored by our students.
A. Is there a certificate option available?
Yes, a four-course
certificate option is available. Click
here for more
information.
Q. Can I enroll in a single course?
If you are interested in enrolling in one
course as a non-degree seeking student, you may do so by applying as a
non-degree seeking student.
Q. How many credit hours do I need to
complete the MA program?
The online MA in bioethics requires 30 hours
(ten courses) of credit.
Q. Can I transfer any course credit into the
online MA program?
It is ordinarily expected that all work in a
master's degree program will be completed at Loyola University Chicago. However, up
to six semester hours of graduate work completed in another Loyola program or at another
institution may be applied toward the master's degree.
Q. Is there an application deadline?
Although the admission decisions are made
on a rolling basis, applicants interested in enrolling are strongly encouraged to submit
their applications by the specified deadlines for each semester.
Q. Could you give
me some more information about Loyola University Chicago?
Loyola University
Chicago was founded in 1870 and is among the largest of the 28 Jesuit
colleges and universities in the United States. Loyola has a total
enrollment of 14,000 students, which includes 8,500 undergraduates,
hailing from all 50 states, as well as 82 foreign countries. The
University has four campuses, three in the greater Chicago area and one
in Rome, Italy. Loyola's nine schools and colleges include: arts and
sciences, business administration, education, graduate studies, law,
medicine, nursing, professional studies and social work. Loyola offers
66 undergraduate majors, 59 master's degrees and 36 doctoral degrees and
3 professional degree programs. Recognizing Loyola's excellence in
education, U.S. News and World Report has ranked Loyola consistently
among the "top national universities" and "best values" in its annual
publications. For more information, please visit our web site at
www.luc.edu.
Q.
How do I get more
information about your program?
Click here:
http://orpheus.it.luc.edu/gpem/request/index.cfm
Q. How do I initiate the
application process?
Click here: http://www.luc.edu/gpem/#LUMC
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