Course level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Class hours

2 Lecture hours
1 Tutorial hour

Incompatible

PD214, PD735, PHIL2140

Assessment methods

Consultation and planning, essay proposal, research essay

Course enquiries

Dr G Burgh

This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.

Course description

The application of philosophical reasoning to issues such as abortion, euthanasia, environment, animals, sexuality, sexual and racial discrimination, affirmative action, paternalism and risk, war and terrorism, environment, world hunger. The course aims to promote critical reflection upon the structure, norms, ideals & practices of our society.