Applied Ethics
In this interdisciplinary minor program you'll study ethics from different perspectives.
Potential careers
What can you do with an applied ethics degree? Here are a few jobs that relate to the program:
- clinical ethicist
- communications coordinator
- human resources coordinator
- labour relations officer
- legal professional
- policy analyst
- risk analyst
Some of these roles may require post-graduate studies or training.
Find a career that fits you
- Explore your career options at an appointment with a career educator.
- Attend career development workshops as you search for work.
- Take part in the Career Clarity program to generate career ideas and plan your next steps.
Experience & connections
- Career Services offers programs, workshops and support during your time at UVic and beyond.
- With a work study position you can develop skills during your study term.
- Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community while you build skills.
Hands-on learning opportunities
These courses in the applied ethics program offer extensive hands-on learning.
Course-based
CYC 230 - Introduction to CYC Practice in Indigenous Contexts
(involves engagement with Indigenous communities)
Uncover the impacts of colonization and understand your own personal location
CYC 240 - Ethical Decision-Making in Child and Youth Care Practice
Learn about decision making by using critical thinking strategies
CYC 250 - Law, Indigenous People and the TRC Calls to Action
Visit a local court to explore the legal context of child and youth care practice
ES 341 - Past, Present, and Future Ecologies
Examine the effects of ecological and cultural awareness on restoration
ER 314 - Ethical, Legal and Policy Aspects of Environmental Restoration
Explore the relationship between environmental values and the policy framework
PHIL 232 - Moral Problems of Contemporary Society
Critically assess the practical ethical dimensions of topics like abortion, racism, etc.
PHIL 330 - Professional and Business Ethics
Discuss ethical issues with guest speakers (business members or professionals)
POLI 363 - Indigenous Politics in Canada
POLI 367 - The Politics of Race in Canada
(involves engagement with Indigenous communities)
Explore course content by engaging with Indigenous and other guest speakers
SOCW 350A - Social Work, Social Justice and the Law
Examine the legal issues disadvantaged or marginalized populations face
SOCW 471 - Addictions Theory and Practice
Use critical reflection to articulate your own perspective on addiction
SOCW 491 - Integration of Indigenous Approaches to Healing and Helping
Integrate approaches from SOCW 391 (Indigenous Approaches to Healing and Helping) into your own ethical perspective
TS 300 - Networking, New Media and Social Practices
Explore the use of social networks and personal technological devices
GNDR 207 - Gender, Globalization and the Love Industry
GNDR 341 - Indigenous Women's Autobiographies
(involves engagement with Indigenous communities)
Explore course content by engaging with Indigenous guest speakers
GNDR 340 - Indigenous Cinema Decolonizing the Screen
(involves engagement with Indigenous communities)
Engage with filmmakers and Indigenous guest speakers
Field experience
BIOL 215 - Principles of Ecology
Examine ecological field methods
ES 423 - Traditional Systems of Land and Resource Management
(involves engagement with Indigenous communities)
Examine the benefits of traditional ecological knowledge on restoration strategies
GEOG 209 - Introduction to Environmental Management
Learn about local environmental management practice through field trips
GNDR 206 - Monstrous Women
Undertake an act of resistance through a globalization action assignment
Professional or technical skill development
GEOG 373 - Applied Climatology
Learn to use a wildfire modelling system
Research project
PHIL 330 - Professional and Business Ethics
Meet with community members to develop an ideal business plan
These courses are not always offered as described.