Course overview
This course introduces students to the foundations of ethics and explores how ethical theories can be used to assess some of the most contentious moral and social issues of our time. Topics may include abortion, climate justice, and the ethics of emerging technologies.
- Introduction
- Normative Ethics
- Applied Ethics Part 1
- Applied Ethics Part 2
Course learning outcomes
- Construct philosophical arguments and determine their validity and soundness.
- Demonstrate an understanding of some of the major debates and concepts in normative and applied ethics.
- Identify, describe, construct, and evaluate arguments in applied ethics, both in oral and written work.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively and respectfully with peers on contentious moral problems via participation in workshop or the course discussion board.
Degree list
The following degrees include this course