PHIL 3800 - Contemporary Ethical Theory

Institution:

St Catherine University

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Description:

Analysis and critique of philosophic ethics in the Western tradition. Issues to be discussed will be selected from among the following topics: 20th century metaethics: the debate on the status of values and moral norms; current issues in normative ethics: Rawls and his influence; critiques of the Enlightenment ethical tradition by MacIntyre, proponents of virtue ethics and feminist philosophers; communitarianism and feminist ethics as alternatives to rationalism and individualism in ethical theory. Offered annually. Prerequisite: PHIL 2001, 2200 or permission of the instructor. PHIL 3600 recommended.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stkate.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 690-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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