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What's New At The Philosophy Program's Site |
In 2010 the following units which were not available in 2009 will be offered.
SEMESTER 1
Life, Death and Meaning (PHL277/477)
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Semester 1, Internal and External |
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In our modern world questions of meaning and how we fit into the world often seem empty and outdated. Science and technology provide the dominant framework for thinking about who we are and what matters in life. Material possessions seem to be the only measure of life's success. This unit revives age-old questions: Is it possible to speak of the meaning of life? Is the ancient concern with the soul meaningful to us? How can we think about death? What is the connection between responsibility and a meaningful life?
This unit will alternate with PHL214/414 Film and Philosophy which will be available again in 2011.
SEMESTER 2
Ethics in Practice (PHL272/472)
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Semester 2, Internal and External |
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This unit introduces students to the elements of ethics, ethical reasoning and practical decision-making in relation to contemporary concerns about public, professional and personal ethical responsibility in the workplace, community and global contexts. The unit focuses on the development of practical skills in ethical sensitivity, discrimination and judgement in a world where ethical values are contested and changing. Topics include: truth-telling and integrity, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, racial inequality, corporate social responsibility, business ethics, cyberethics and global justice.
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02-Nov-2009
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