Course content

The course consists of an in-depth study of a central problem within a field of moral philosophy - metaethics, normative ethics or applied ethics. Which problem the course focuses on may vary from one semester to another. Particular emphasis will be given to in- depth study, active reading, analysis and critical examination of texts. Certain semesters it might be relevant to analyze the connection between ethics and political philosophy.

Learning outcome

After having completed the course you are expected to

  • have good knowledge of the core texts for the course
  • be able to acquire knowledge of and critically relate to the latest research contributions within the topic of the course
  • be able to discuss the problems addressed in the course in a critical and professional manner
  • be able to write an essay of about 10 pages answering a precise question in such a way that the essay has a clear and self-developed argumentative structure and demonstrates an updated acquaintance of the field

Admission to the co