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Ontario Tech University
   
    Nov 11, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Academic Calendar 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate Academic Calendar
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SOCI 3200U – Ethics in the Modern World: Challenges and Perspectives


This course examines contemporary ethical dilemmas. Through interdisciplinary exploration and critical analysis, students will engage with pressing ethical issues that shape our world today, spanning domains such as technology, politics, environment, healthcare, and global justice.  Drawing upon insights from leading scholars such as Peter Singer, Martha Nussbaum, and Amartya Sen, students explore foundational ethical theories, global justice issues, technological ethics, business ethics, and social justice movements. Through readings, case studies, and discussions, students develop critical thinking skills and ethical awareness, preparing them to navigate and contribute to ethical decision-making in diverse contexts.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2000U  and SOCI 3000U  and SSCI 2910U  
Experiential learning: Yes



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