X. Degree Programs
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Ethics in Life Sciences (ELS)
Department of Philosophy, College of Arts
This program draws together critical and foundational analysis of the sciences (scientific method and concepts) with the philosophical disciplines of pure and applied ethics. The program will be of particular interest to students seeking to become skilled at interpreting and discussing concrete scientific developments and at analyzing and evaluating ethical issues in the life sciences.
Minor (Honours Program)
A minimum of 5.00 credits in Philosophy is required, including:
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At least 2 of the following courses (minimum 1.00 credits): PHIL*2070, PHIL*2030, PHIL*3170, PHIL*4040
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At least 2 of the following courses in Ethics (minimum 1.00 credits): PHIL*2060, PHIL*2600, PHIL*3040, PHIL*3230, PHIL*4060, PHIL*4230, PHIL*4310, PHIL*4340
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At least 2 of the following courses in Metaphysics/Epistemology (minimum 1.00 credits): PHIL*2160, PHIL*2170, PHIL*2250, PHIL*2370, PHIL*3130, PHIL*3180, PHIL*3190, PHIL*4360, PHIL*4370, PSYC*3280
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0.50 additional credits in Philosophy
Students must have at least 2.00 credits in Philosophy at the 3000 level or above.
NOTE: PSYC*3280 counts as a Philosophy credit.