Program overview
Applied ethics is the bridge between philosophy and reality. It doesn't focus on abstract concepts but on practical ethical issues in fields like healthcare, technology, business, and the environment. Core courses include ethical theory, bioethics, business ethics, AI ethics, environmental ethics, and more. It's ideal for students with a foundation in philosophy who care about social issues and enjoy analyzing complex cases. Chinese universities are at the forefront of research in AI ethics and medical ethics, with close industry partnerships that offer rich internship opportunities. For example, Peking University's Medical Ethics Research Center and Tsinghua University's Science and Technology Ethics Lab have both participated in national-level ethical guideline development. International students here not only learn theory but also engage in real-world case discussions, such as the boundaries of gene editing and the governance of algorithmic discrimination.