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The course provides an overview of moral theories, and explores why moral dilemmas arise and contexts in which ethical decision-making may occur. Legal, regulatory and policy frameworks that specify the responsibilities of those making ethical decisions in the delivery of health care are also explored. Students are taught critical appraisal techniques and share the experiences of professionals from a wide variety of disciplines who are faced with real life dilemmas and have to make ethical decisions daily.
By the end of the course students will have an understanding of:Comparative moral theory and conceptsThe causes of moral/ethical issues in healthcare settingsThe responsibilities of people working in the health sector when ethical issues ariseCritical appraisal techniques for resolving ethical dilemmas and their applicationRegulatory and disciplinary frameworks governing ethical decision-making in New ZealandCodes of practice and protocols that are used to guide clinical practice in New Zealand
Subject to approval of the Head of School
HLTH433, HLTH434, HLTH607, PHIL325, PHIL433, PHIL434, PHIL474
HLTH607
For further information see School of Health Sciences Head of Department
Thomas Hardingthomas.harding@canterbury.ac.nzWaimairi 224, Phone: 03 369 3664 Ext. 93664
There will be four written assignments. Assignments must be your own work, and will be submitted electronically via LEARN to Turnitin.
The above text has been placed on “high use” and is available for a 3-hour loan in the James Hight Library on the Ilam campus.Links to further readings will be posted in pdf form on LEARN throughout the course.
http://learn.canterbury.ac.nz http://library.canterbury.ac.nz
Academic dishonesty is viewed very seriously, and can result in punishments ranging from a mark of zero to expulsion from the university. It is your responsibility to read, understand and follow the relevant university regulations. If you are uncertain about this, please consult your lecturer.Common forms of academic dishonesty include:• Plagiarism (e.g. copying a quote from a book/article without using quotation marks and citing the source)• Collusion (e.g. copying the work of others or allowing your work to be copied)• Cheating in examinations/tests (e.g. using crib notes)The library has an excellent guide to help you understand plagiarism at http://library.canterbury.ac.nz/services/ref/plagiarism.shtml . You are also referred to Regulation J of the General Course and Examinations Regulations.In this course we will use Turnitin software for the detection of plagiarism, which will require you to submit your assessments electronically.
All grades will be awarded using the University of Canterbury’s official 11-point scale:Grade GPA Value MarksA+ 9 90 – 100A 8 85 – 89.99A- 7 80 – 84.99B+ 6 75 – 79.99B 5 70 – 74.99B- 4 65 – 69.99C+ 3 60 – 64.99C 2 55 – 59.99C- 1 50 – 54.99D 0 40 – 49.99E -1 0 – 39.99University assessment regulationsEvery student is responsible for familiarising themselves with university regulations regarding courses and assessment as outlined in the College of Education Assessment Guidelines for Students and the UC General Course and Examinations Regulations.
Any assessment submitted late (without a previously arranged extension) will be subject to a penalty at the rate of 10% of the assessment marks per day. Any assessment turned in after 5 days will not be marked.
In the event of exceptional circumstances (e.g. illness, accident, bereavement or critical personal circumstances) that prevent you from working, you may apply for an extension before the due date for an assignment. You should contact Dr Thomas Harding in writing, and explain why you are requesting an extension. Evidence to support your application must be provided (e.g. medical certificate). Extensions cannot extend past the date on which the assignment is handed back to other students.
In the event of exceptional circumstances (e.g. illness, accident, bereavement or critical personal circumstances) that prevent you from sitting a test or submitting an assignment, you may apply for an aegrotat.You must apply within 7 days of the due date of the assignment or test, in writing at the Registrar (Level 3, Registry building). Make sure to also inform your lecturer you are applying. Only one piece of assessed work, worth no more than 50% of the course, can be considered for an aegrotat. You must have completed at least 50% of all other assessment with an average of C+ or better. You are also referred to Regulation H of the General Course and Examinations Regulations.
Domestic fee $2,026.00
International Postgraduate fees
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Health Sciences .