PHIL 116

Biomedical Ethics

Philosophy

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring

Avg GPA

3.12

Easiness

2.90

Total regs

259

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA

3.12

49.2%

127

31.0%

10.9%

1.9%

4.3%

2.7%

A–F + W

258

Other outcomes

All registrations

259

Quick Insights

Avg GPA

3.12

Easiness

2.90

C or better

93.6%

Among A–F outcomes

D or better

95.6%

Among A–F outcomes

Withdrawal rate

2.7%

Among A–F and W outcomes

Most common grade

Letter grades only

Outcomes counted

258

A–F and W outcomes

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About This Class

Moral issues as they arise in biomedical research and practice and the use of principles from general ethics to address them. Topics may include euthanasia, paternalism, allocation of medical resources, and healthcare disparities. Course Information: Course is offered in both face-to-face and online formats. Check the class schedule for details on specific sections. Note that the online format involves heavy computer usage; computer and internet access are required. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture.