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PHIL-105

Intro to Ethics: Contemporary Moral Problems

3.00 units
This course is an introduction to moral philosophy, examining the nature of morality by reading classic and contemporary works. It explores major ethical theories, including utilitarianism, Kantian ethics, natural law theory, social contract theory, and feminist ethics. The course emphasizes the application of ethical theory to contemporary moral issues, such as abortion, euthanasia, animal rights, capital punishment, and more.
PHIL-105 is offered during the Fall 2026 session. To register, copy down the following information before entering the online registration system:

Reference Number: 1384
Section Number: 70

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Reference Number: 1386
Section Number: 71