PHL1070

Philosophy: life, death and morality

(ART)

Aubrey Townsend and others

6 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Caulfield, OCDL (every semester) + Prohibitions: PHL1010

Synopsis: The unit consists of two components, 'Reason and argument' and 'Moral issues' (i) 'Reason and argument' is concerned with the appraisal of reasons and arguments that may be used in defence of various beliefs and policies. Its objective is to develop skills in argument and critical reasoning. (ii) 'Moral issues' examines some major controversies concerning life and death issues. The content will be similar to that for the 'Contemporary moral issues' component of PHL1010. More information on first year philosophy is available at http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/phil/undergraduate/firstyear.html

Assessment: Essay (1200 words): 20% + Five exercises (covering both parts of the course): 40% + Examination (2 hours): 40%