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 161-008 Moral Theory: Basic Issues

Note

Formerly available as 161-211/311. Students who have completed 161-211/311 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. To alternate with 161-027

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

2 (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

Discussion of some recent philosophical explorations of the nature and ground of moral thinking. Students should become able to think critically about, and to evaluate, the philosophical cogency of those explorations, and acquire a background for their own further philosophical reflection on the nature and grounds of morality.

Assessment

A 2-hour examination, and an essay of 2000 words, and regular attendance and participation in tutorials.



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