History of Ethics

CAS PH 350

  • Critical Thinking
  • Ethical Reasoning
  • Philosophical Inquiry and Life's Meanings

Undergraduate Prerequisites: one philosophy course or sophomore standing. - Are there fundamental principles for determining the right way to act ethically? How do different eras answer this question? What is the significance of these differences? This course addresses these questions by examining classical ethical texts from different historical traditions. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Philosophical Inquiry and Life's Meanings, Ethical Reasoning, Critical Thinking.

FALL 2024 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Garrett STH 541 TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm

SPRG 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B1 Crowe CAS 322 MWF 1:25 pm-2:15 pm

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