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PHIL0404A-F10

Morality and Its Critics

Morality and Its Critics
In this course we will examine critically the three main methods of morality: consequentialism, deontology, and virtue theory. Questions to be considered include: What should be the aim of a moral theory? To what extent should considerations of the good life enter into a moral theory? Is morality even compatible with the good life? Do moral obligations have to play a central role in moral theory? To what extent should morality be compatible with social psychology? Familiarity with consequentialism, deontology, and virtue theory will be helpful, but not required. 3 hrs sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92559
Subject Code:
PHIL
Course Number:
0404
Section Identifier:
A

Course

PHIL 0404

All Sections in Fall 2010

Fall 2010

PHIL0404A-F10 Seminar (Besser)