PHL4860

Value theory A

Jeanette Kennett

8 points
* 2 hours per week
* First semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: PHL2150 or suitable third-year course in moral philosophy, or permission of head

Objectives Students successfully completing this subject will have a thorough understanding of a number of issues in value theory, including issues in ethics, political philosophy, and philosophy of law. They will have a good understanding of both the meta-ethical and normative considerations relevant to these issues; and will be ready to take and defend a position for themselves.

Synopsis This is a foundational subject in contemporary value theory. Topics to be covered will include some of the following: meta-ethics and applied ethics, political philosophy, social philosophy, philosophy of law, moral psychology and aesthetics.

Assessment One 6000-word essay: 100%

Prescribed texts

A reading list may be obtained from the department.