Contemporary Moral Problems

PHI 108

In this course, we connect contemporary issues with ethical theory to better understand the nature of moral disputes. Philosophers approach specific moral issues by making use of theories and applying them to the real world. So, we begin the course with an introduction to ethical theory and the philosophical study of contemporary moral issues. Next, we read articles to investigate how ethical theory is applied to support views on these issues. The aim is to help you to understand the arguments put forward by defenders of these views and, by examining them, to refine your own understanding.