Critical study of modern ethical theories, their views on the nature of morality and the justification of moral claims. Topics may include utilitarianism, libertarianism, communitarianism, egoism, neo-Kantianism, virtue ethics, social contract ethics, feminist ethics, and moral rights. Precludes additional credit for PHIL 2102. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 2020 or PHIL 2101 or permission of the department.Lectures three hours a week.
Critical study of modern ethical theories, their views on the nature of morality and the justification of moral claims. Topics may include utilitarianism, libertarianism, communitarianism, egoism, neo-Kantianism, virtue ethics, social contract ethics, feminist ethics, and moral rights. Precludes additional credit for PHIL 2102. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 2020 or PHIL 2101 or permission of the department.Lectures three hours a week.