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Topics in Ethics B (15 credits)

Key information

  • Module code:

    6AANA038

  • Level:

    6

  • Semester:

      Spring

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

Loving and being loved are important constituents of a flourishing human life. In this course we’ll investigate the nature of love, and consider some of the ethical questions it raises. We will evaluate different theories of love, we’ll consider the boundaries of love (what kinds of entities can we love), and we’ll think about the kinds of duties love can generate. We’ll also examine the role of love in society and in our political lives, and the connections between love, sex, and sexuality.   

Assessment details

Summative assessment: 1 x 3,000 word essay (100%),

Formative assessment: 1 x 2,500 word essay

Educational aims & objectives

To develop an understanding of a range of philosophical ideas and arguments concerning love, and an ability to explain them.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module students will be able to demonstrate intellectual and practical skills appropriate to a level 6 module, and in particular, they will be able to demonstrate an understanding of a variety of theories and arguments concerning love.

Teaching pattern

One one-hour weekly lecture and one one-hour weekly seminar over ten weeks.

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