LAW 6025 - Bioethics:Selected Topics

Institution:

Villanova University

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Description:

Description: (Ethics and Law at the Beginning and End of Life) This seminar will address a series of ethical and legal issues posed by our increasing control over the beginning and the end of life. The seminar will begin with an overview of ethical and constitutional considerations. The seminar will then focus on a set of legal and public policy issues, including abortion, assisted reproduction, stem cell research, cloning, neonatal care, withholding and withdrawing treatment, advanced directives, euthanasia, and physician-assisted suicide. 2.00credit(s) Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Law School

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.villanova.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 519-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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