PHIL 353 - Morality and Psychology

(3.00)

An examination of some of the central issues connecting psychological research to ethical inquiry. Topics to be covered may include: psychological egoism; the nature of moral judgment and moral motivation and their relations; the role of reasoning vs. emotional processes in moral judgments; the social and evolutionary functions of moral sentiments and concepts; how psychological research might shape our understanding of and responses to the questions about whether morality is objective and whether we can be morally responsible for our actions. Recommended Preparation: PHIL 150 or PHIL 152 or PHIL 350 or PSYC 100. Note: Will be available Spring 2017.

Course ID: 102398
Consent: No special consent required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: PSYC 353
Requirement Group: One course in Philosophy with a grade of C or better.