PHL3370

Contemporary moral problems

Proposed to be offered next in 1999

Karen Green and Jeanette Kennett

8 points
* 2 hours per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: PHL2150 and another 8-point second-year philosophy subject, or special permission

Objectives The aim of the subject is to introduce students to issues in contemporary ethical theory and practical ethics which are currently being discussed in philosophical journals.

Synopsis The subject will examine a number of contemporary problems in ethics, both theory and practice. It will consist of two parts: (a) problems in ethical theory - eg death, harm, discrimination, autonomy, ethical epistemology and metaphysics; (b) problems in moral practice - eg pornography, prostitution, sexual harassment, contraception, and foetal destruction, colonisation, AIDS and sexuality.

Assessment Written (6000 words): 100%
* Optional replacement of one essay by a 3-hour examination

Prescribed texts

A collection of readings available from the department