PHIL 268

Ethical Theory

Description

Philosophical study of moral theory, in both normative ethics and meta-ethics. Topics covered may include: accounts of well-being such as hedonism, preference theory, and objectivism; theories of right action such as consequentialism and contractualism; the demandingness of morality; the role of intuitions in moral theory; and the status and justification of moral theories.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s) Professor Timothy Mulgan

Points

PHIL 268: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage I in Philosophy or any 60 points passed from the BA or 30 points in Global Politics and Human Rights

Restrictions

PHIL 368