PHL202 Ethical Theory (8)

Abstract

In this subject students are introduced to a range of theories of ethics and central moral notions, including autonomy, justice, utility and sympathy. This theory is deployed in the interpretation and analysis of moral life. Students are introduced to the notion of a moral dilemma, and, more generally, the way in which theoretical notions can inform concrete ethical decision-making.

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Session 1
Internal	Wagga Wagga Campus
Distance	Wagga Wagga Campus

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Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
One session	HD/FL	School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of a range of ethical theories
- be able to demonstrate a theoretical understanding of the central moral notions deployed in these theories
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the moral bases of the professions, and the relevance of ethical theory to professional life
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the notion of a moral dilemma
- be able to deploy theoretical ethical notions in concrete decision-making

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
Introduction to ethical theory: moral vs legal; acts vs consequences Aristotle and the virtues Kantian ethics Mill on utility The moral bases of the professions Moral dilemmas Public and private morality Theory andpractice in ethical decision-making Ethics and professionalism

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