PHIL 152Y - Introduction to Moral Theory

(4.00)

An introduction to philosophical theories of morality, which address such questions as: What ought we to do? How ought we to live? Is there any right answer to such questions? If there are any right answers, upon what are they based, and how do we come to know them? What makes it the case that we should or should not lie, kill other people or eat animals? Various theoretical positions are covered and may include moral skepticism or relativism, Aristotelianism or virtue ethics, utilitarianism, Kantianism and other forms of non-consequentialism. Readings may include both historical and contemporary sources. Critical and charitable reading, argument analysis and writing are emphasized.

Course ID: 56016
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Course Equivalents: PHIL 152, PHIL 152H
Attributes: Arts and Humanities (GEP), Arts and Humanities (GFR)