Semester 3 subjects

I have enrolled in the following two subjects for Semester 3: PHI110: Philosophy, Morality & Society

The first focus of this unit is 'Morality and the good life' which reflects the nature of happiness, with particular reference to Aristotle and later ancient philosophers. In the second section, students focus on 'Morality and Objectivity'. What is the status of moral principles? Does morality depend on religion? Is morality relative to cultures and societies? The third section of the unit, 'Morality, Justice and Rights', considers Kant and the universality of reason, utilitarianism and animal rights, Justice, Immigration and Refugees.

PLT120: Introduction to Global Politics

This unit will firstly introduce students to the broad discipline of International Relations (IR). We analyse the key historical developments since World War II, and the dominant IR theories that have shaped the world in which we live. Second, the unit will critically examine the central concepts of IR, such as, what is meant by the terms "anarchy, power, sovereignty and globalisation"? Finally, the unit will engage the students on contemporary international issues, such as the question of human rights, the 'war on terror' and environmental and economic sustainability.