PAAE8401 Ethical Theory and Practice
| Offered By | School of Humanities |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Professional and Applied Ethics |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2009 and First Semester, 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
Ethical decision-making needs to be informed by ethical principles and perspectives, and a range of philosophical questions arise in relation to such principles and perspectives. Such questions include: Is there a definitive set of fundamental ethical principles, eg Do not kill, and, if so, what are they?; What theoretical perspectives are available, and what are their strengths and weaknesses, eg. utilitarianism, Kantianism; What precisely is the relation between ethical theory and practical ethical decisions? |
| Indicative Assessment |
6,000 word essay (80%) and class presentation (20%). |
| Workload |
This course will be offered in the 1st semester of the program. |
| Course Classification(s) | TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses. |
| Areas of Interest | Philosophy |
| Requisite Statement |
Enrolment in the MA(PAE) or with the permission of the coordinator. |
| Programs | Master of Arts (Professional and Applied Ethics) |
| Academic Contact | Dr Michael J. Selgelid |
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