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This course is about Alan Turing, the logical and philosophical foundations of computing, and the philosophy of Artificial Intelligence. It is equally suitable for Arts, Science, Engineering, and Law students.
Goals of the course:• To provide an introduction to bioethics through lectures, guided reading, research, discussing, and writing about contemporary bioethical issues. • We focus primarily on a range of bioethical problems, but include introductions to ethical theory, problem solving in ethics, and the philosophical dilemmas that underlie bioethical problems. • To develop skills in analysis, critical thinking, research and writing through active engagement in the course. Not only is philosophy one of the most interesting and challenging subjects, it teaches skills that employers want: thinking outside the box, logic, ethics, and excellent writing and communication skills. At UC you can do either a BA or a BSc in Philosophy, or combine a Philosophy major with the LLB, BCom, or another degree.BA or BSc students who major in philosophy must normally take at least two 100-level PHIL courses, plus at least three 200-level PHIL courses (including PHIL233), plus at least 60-points from 300-level PHIL courses (including at least one course from this list: PHIL305; PHIL310; PHIL311; and PHIL317). For more information see the BA regulations and/or the BSc regulations.
In this course you will learn:1. An ability to explain several central problems in bioethics.2. Knowledge of the scientific and philosophical facts that underpin problems in bioethics, and an ability to separate scientific and philosophical facts from opinions.3. An ability to analyse problems in bioethics by identifying and evaluating the ethical issues that underlie the problem.4. An ability to identify and think critically, but charitably, about the reasons people have for their positions on bioethical problems.5. Critical thinking and analytical abilities, and the ability to use these skills to develop oral and written arguments about bioethics.
Any 30 points at 200 level in PHIL or COSC, orany 60 points at 200 level from the Schedule V of the BA or the BSc.
PHIL250, COSC260
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Carolyn Mason
Contact Carolyn for further information.
Please check the course LEARN page for further details and updates.
Library portal Philosophy Essay Writing Guide (available to all enrolled Philosophy students)
Domestic fee $948.00
International fee $4,263.00
* 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 Humanities .