PHIL 235 - Biomedical Ethics

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Law and Society
Next Offered: 2016-2017
Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4HU, WADV

This course will examine ethical problems arising in the practice of medicine and biomedical research. Topics will include death and dying, medical paternalism, physician assisted suicide, eugenics, cloning, research ethics, and more. Our readings will be drawn primarily from contemporary philosophers. (V) Prerequisite: Three hours in philosophy.
Enrollment Limit: 30
Instructor: T. Hall