Students in the Graduate Certificate in Theoretical and Applied Ethics program develop ethics literacy by applying ethical theories and principles to complex contemporary situations, connecting individual and professional interests to ethical engagement, and developing analytic writing and speaking skills related to ethical inquiry.
This interdisciplinary graduate certificate provides spaces for interdisciplinary engagement on contemporary topics of ethical inquiry across philosophy, the humanities, the sciences, health care, business, education, criminal justice, public administration, public relations, journalism, politics and other areas. Students will regularly engage peers and faculty across these disciplinary boundaries, broadening their capacity for ethical decision-making and cultivating skills that can be applied in their professional and civic lives.
Students may choose to specialize in some specific academic discipline or tailor their own areas of concentration relevant to their backgrounds and interests.
All elective courses have been approved for inclusion by the chair or director of the relevant program. However, students will need to work with the program director to obtain the consent of the course instructor to enroll in electives.
Please note: Theoretical and Applied Ethics Graduate Certificate may be completed fully online, although not all elective options or program prerequisites may be offered online. Newly admitted students choosing to complete this program exclusively via UCF online classes may enroll with a reduction in campus-based fees.
International students (F or J visa) are required to enroll in a full-time course load of 9 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Only 3 of the 9 credit hours may be taken in a completely online format. For a detailed listing of enrollment requirements for international students, please visit http://global.ucf.edu/. If you have questions, please consult UCF Global at (407) 823-2337.
UCF is not authorized to provide online courses or instruction to students in some states. Refer to State Restrictions for current information.
Program Prerequisites
Relevant experience with theoretical and applied ethics through course work at the undergraduate or graduate level or through professional experience working with ethical issues will be evaluated by the graduate program director.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
6 Total Credits
- Complete the following:
- PHI5627 - Theoretical and Applied Ethics (3)
- PHI5665 - Knowledge, Responsibility, and Society (3)
Elective Courses
6 Total Credits
- Earn at least 6 credits from the following:
- ACG6835 - Ethics and Professionalism in Accounting and Auditing (3)
- ADV6209 - Advertising and Society (3)
- ANG6003 - Ethics in Anthropology (3)
- BUL6444 - Law and Ethics (3)
- CCJ5456 - The Administration of Justice (3)
- CCJ6431 - Leadership and Ethics in Criminal Justice (3)
- CCJ6485 - Issues in Justice Policy (3)
- CJC5020 - Foundations of Corrections (3)
- CJE5021 - Foundations of Law Enforcement (3)
- CJL6568 - Law and Social Control (3)
- CLP6932 - Ethical and Professional Issues in Mental Health Practices (3)
- CLP7623 - Ethical and Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology (3)
- EDF6727 - Critical Analysis of Social, Ethical, Legal, and Safety Issues Related to Education (3)
- EDH6407 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Student Personnel (3)
- HSA6555 - Health Care Ethics and Law (4)
- IDC6600 - Emerging Cyber Issues (3)
- MAN6066 - Ethical Leadership (3)
- MHS6702 - Ethical and Legal Issues (3)
- MMC6202 - Legal and Ethical Issues for Communication (3)
- PAD5041 - Ethics and Values in Public Administration (3)
- PET5495 - Critical Issues: Ethics in Coaching and Sport (3)
- PHI5634 - Medical Ethics (3)
- PHI5687 - Ethics in Science and Technology (3)
- PHI5697 - Neuroethics (3)
- PHI6679 - Digital Ethics (3)
- PHM5035 - Environmental Philosophy (3)
- POT6007 - Seminar in Political Theory (3)
- SPB6506 - Moral and Ethical Issues in Sport (1.5)
- WST5347 - Research in Women and Gender Studies (3)
Grand Total Credits: 12
Application Requirements
Admission is open to those with a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Relevant experience with theoretical and applied ethics through course work at the undergraduate or graduate level or through professional experience working with ethical issues will be evaluated by the graduate program director together with the certificate committee comprised of faculty from the participating departments. Meeting minimum UCF admission criteria does not guarantee program admission. Final admission is based on evaluation of the applicant's abilities, past performance and the applicant's potential for completing the certificate.
Application Deadlines
| Ethics Graduate Certificate, Theoretical and Applied | *Fall Priority | Fall | Spring | Summer |
| Domestic Applicants | | Jul1 | Nov 1 | Apr 1 |
| International Applicants | | | | |
