ASP214 - Justice and Equality
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| Year | 2018 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Unit chair: | Helen Ngo |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | ASP314, ASP319, ASP320, ASP414 |
| Contact hours: | Campus: 1 x 1 hour Class per week, 1 x 1 hour Seminar per week Cloud (online): Learning experiences are via CloudDeakin |
Content
This introduction to political philosophy will provide an overview of a number of contemporary views regarding justice, liberty, equality, and democracy. In particular, the unit will involve a detailed consideration of Marxism, Utilitarianism, Liberalism, Libertarianism, Communitarianism, and Discourse Ethics.
Assessment
Class/Online Exercises, 15%, 600 words
Research and Writing Exercise, 25%, 1000 words
Essay, 60%, 2400 words
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