PHL402 Ethical Theory (8)
Abstract| 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 professional 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 | | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PHL402
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictions| Not available to students who have completed PHL202 Ethical Theory. |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Have an understanding of a range of ethical theories;
Have a theoretical understanding of the central moral notions deployed in these theories;
Have an understanding of the moral bases of the professions, and the relevance of ethical theory to professional life;
Have an understanding of the notion of a moral dilemma;
Be able to deploy theoretical ethical notions in concrete decision-making. |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
Introduction tp ethical theory: moral vs legal; acts vs consequences.
Aristotle and the virtues.
Kant and the moral agent.
Nietzsche and power.
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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