Dr. Neil Mcarthur

Professor

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Biography

Neil McArthur is a professor in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Manitoba, where he leads the Centre for Professional Applied Ethics. His teaching focuses on sexual ethics, technology ethics, AI, LGBTQ+ rights, and law. He has contributed extensively to various media outlets including VICE, The Guardian, and Fast Company, among others. McArthur's scholarly work explores the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, particularly in the realms of companionship and intimacy. His research also centers on the philosophy of the Enlightenment, culminating in a dissertation book on David Hume's political theory. Recently, he was recognized by Maclean’s Magazine as one of Canada’s fourteen leading thinkers in the field of AI. His creative work includes films and performances documenting the impact of oil extraction on Indigenous communities in Canada. McArthur has published notable works, including 'The Ethics of Sex' and 'Robot Sex: Social Ethical Issues'. He is actively engaged in outreach through the annual Manitoba High School Ethics Bowl.

Research Interests

Awards

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Joint UM/UMFA Merit Award

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.