PHIL434

Moral Philosophy and the Health Sciences

15 points

Not offered 2013, offered in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011

For further information see Language, Social and Political Sciences

Description

This course will examine bioethics in theory and practice by looking at practical ethics problems facing health care workers and policy-makers. Topics will include consent and competence, privacy and confidentiality, ethics committees, research ethics, emergency situations, and public health and resource allocation.

Prerequisites

Subject to approval of the Programme Coordinator for Philosophy.

Restrictions