The Medical Humanities and Bioethics program emphasizes the interdisciplinary study of bioethics through the humanities and the values-oriented social sciences. The goal of the program is a rigorous master's level education in the legal, historical, philosophical, and cultural contexts of medicine. Graduates will be able to use their multidisciplinary understanding of medicine in their teaching, advising, and ethical decision making.

This program is designed around a typical work schedule. The core courses meet in the evening, from 6 to 9pm, once weekly. The Special Topics lectures meet every Thursday from noon to 12:45 p.m., and the lectures are typically recorded for those unable to attend. All classes meet on Northwestern's Chicago campus.