PHIL 2329 - Ethical Analysis

Institution:

Saint Edward's University

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Description:

Philosophical ethics can be described as the attempt to think clearly and deeply about fundamental moral questions that arise for us humans. Ethics is concerned with evaluating appropriate action, proper character, the characteristics of the good life, and what is involved in acting rightly. The course explores readings in foundational ethical theory, including the systematic analysis of moral beliefs, as well as the application of ethical theory to particular issues in applied ethics, such as punishment and suicide, physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia. (Fall, Spring)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stedwards.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 448-8400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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