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Environmental and Animal Ethics, 7,5 hp/ECTS credits
This course covers the whole range of theories in environmental ethics from various forms of anthropocentrism to sentientism, biocentrism and ecocentrism. The key notion of sustainability is analysed. Moreover, the course covers the whole range of theories in animal ethics from those stressing human interests to those defending animal rights. Various kinds of uses of animals in society are discussed, including animal experimentation. Special attention is given to ethical issues raised by global warming and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Case studies play a central role.
Course codes:
Basic course 721G13
Advanced course 721A13
Master's course 721A23
Autumn 2012
- Syllabus - basic course (pdf)
- Syllabus - advanced course (pdf)
- Syllabus - masters' course (pdf)
- Schedule, Autumn 2012
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