PHIL 150 - Contemporary Moral Issues (3)

This course is an introduction to the problems and concepts of moral philosophy that focuses on current moral issues. Students learn the basic structure of classical moral theories and their implications, the nature of moral reasoning and argument, and the meaning and justification of moral concepts such as obligation and rights. Topics may include free speech, abortion and euthanasia, environmental ethics and climate change, the rights of animals, global hunger and poverty, and distributive and compensatory justice. (Fall/Spring/Summer)

Grading: Graded/Satisfactory Unsatisfactory/Audit
Course ID: 56012
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: PHIL 150H, PHIL 150Y
Attributes: Arts and Humanities (GEP), Arts and Humanities (GFR)