PHI 250 - Ethics

Institution:

University of Maine at Augusta

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Description:

A critical study of metaethics, ethical theories, and contemporary moral issues. Emphasizing the application of ethics to real-life situations, the course covers topics such as ethical relativism, subjectivism, morality and religion, utilitarianism, Kant, theories of punishment, abortion, capital punishment, euthanasia, censorship, sexual morality, affirmative action, and animal rights. Prerequisite: ENG101. CR. 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uma.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 621-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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