Description
Evolutionary theory has thrown a whole new light on traditional questions in philosophy, not in the least, on ethics. Some of our most fundamental moral intuitions seem questionable in the light of evolutionary thinking. In this seminar we will look at some of the evidence and arguments from evolutionary theory and reflect on the question what, if anything, this tells us about the status of ethics. Do we have to radically rethink our moral judgments?
Teaching method
Seminar: lecture with discussion
Admission requirements
Some background in philosophy, especially ethics.
Course objectives
Course objectives will be made available on Blackboard at the start of the course.
Required reading
All texts will be made available through Blackboard.
Test method
Presence and active participation in class (mandatory)
Two essays of app. 3000 words each. Each essay counts for 50% of the final grade
Time table
See: Timetable MA Philosophy
Information
Dr. B.J.E. Verbeek ( b.verbeek@phil.leidenuniv.nl )
Registration
Please register for this course on U-twist. See registration procedure
Blackboard
All additional texts and information through Blackboard.
Remarks
Specialisation: Practical Philosophy