PHIL 5563 Ethics, Religion, and International Politics
An examination of the role of religion in international politics and of ethical approaches to international affairs. Special emphasis will be given to religion as a source of conflict, religious communities as transnational agents for justice, protection of human rights, and peace; the historical development and contemporary formulations of ethical norms for the use of force; and ethical and religious contributions to reconciliation and solidarity.
Course overview
- Department
- Philosophy
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 4
- Level
- Both
- Offered
- Every Fall, Every Spring
Catalog details
- Satisfies core
- Cultural Diversity
Requirements fulfilled
- International Studies: Concentration: Ethics and Social Justice – approved courses (six courses in one concentration) (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
- Philosophy: Free Philosophy electives (five courses, 15 credits); up to two approved cognate courses in other departments may also count (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
- International Studies: IS Core: Ethics, Religion, and International Politics (one course; INTL5563, cross-listed PHIL5563/THEO5562) (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
- University Core: Cultural Diversity (All undergraduates)
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Sections
- Section 01
- Section 02
- Section 03
- Section 04
- Section 05
- Section 06
- Section 01
- Section 02
- Section 03
- Section 04
- Section 05
- Section 06