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161-007 Moral Philosophy: Great Thinkers | |
Note | Formerly available as 161-210/310. Students who have completed 161-210/310 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. |
Availability | 2nd and 3rd year |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
Coordinator | Dr Doug Adeney |
Prerequisites | One first year single-semester Philosophy subject. Students who lack this prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt any second/third-year subjects, should consult the Head of Department. |
Semester | 1 (view timetable) |
Contact | Two 1-hour lectures per week for the first 11 weeks, and a 1-hour tutorial per week beginning the third week of semester |
Subject Description | A critical study of three of the classic works of moral philosophy: Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics, Kant's Groundwork of the Metaphysic of Morals, and Mill's Utilitarianism. Students should acquire the competence and understanding necessary to engage profitably with three of the most significant and influential texts in moral philosophy, and to appreciate what is distinctive and of abiding interest in these texts. |
Assessment | A 2-hour examination, and an essay of 2000 words, and regular attendance and participation in tutorials. |
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