Course Description

Philosophy 281F/G Moral Theory

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the core issues and theoretical approaches in contemporary moral philosophy, both normative and meta-ethical. Approaches to be covered include utilitarianism, deontology and virtue theory, moral relativism, moral realism, constructivism, and feminist critiques and alternatives.

Antirequisite: Philosophy 201F/G, Philosophy 362E

3 hours, half course.

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