PHIL 302 - Ethics

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

Introduces the basics of ethical theorizing and describes how such theories may be critically evaluated. Surveys major ethical theories including egoism (psychological and ethical), divine command theory, natural law theory, cultural relativism, consequentialism, Kantianism, social contract theory, and virtue ethics. Additionally, the three major theories of well-being are presented and critically analyzed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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