Overview

This module is designed for post-graduate students interested in exploring the ethical implications of practical issues in various fields. Students will have the opportunity to select a topic of interest and conduct in-depth research on the ethical considerations associated with it. The course will help students develop skills in critical thinking, research methodology, and ethical analysis.

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -(D) Some consideration given to planning and structure, limited in depth of analysis and use of research, but demonstrating some understanding of the subject matter.

-good -(B) Shows significant insight, offers sustained and relevant analysis, well researched and referenced and written with a clear structure and style.

-excellent -(A) Demonstrates excellence in power of analysis, argument, originality, range of research, organisation and stylistic quality.

Learning Outcomes

• To design and undertake a programme of detailed research leading to the written presentation of conclusions in the form of an essay

• To participate in curent debates concerning issues relating to philosophy and or religious studies.

• To read critically both primary and secondary texts relating to specific and abstract principles of philosophy and or religious studies

• To structure a complex argument, in essay form, relating to philosophical and or religious issues of contemporary concern