Ethics Minor

Program Overview

The Ethics minor at Southern Oregon University offers 24 credits of coursework in moral reasoning and ethical theory. Taught by experienced philosophy faculty, the program prepares students for careers in various fields, including business, law, education, healthcare, and government.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Ethics minor comprises at least 24 credits of philosophy and ethics courses, 12 of which are upper division.
• Students must meet all applicable requirements listed in the Minors section of the SOU Course Catalog, including the Minor residence requirement.
• The program emphasizes the study of moral reasoning and ethical theory.
• Courses include:
• Introduction to Ethics
• Bioethics
• Environmental Ethics
• Business Ethics
• Ethics and Technology
• Philosophy of Law
• Advanced Topics in Ethics

Teaching:

• The program is taught by philosophy faculty with expertise in ethics.
• Courses use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, and writing assignments.
• Students are encouraged to apply ethical principles to real-world situations.

Careers:

• The Ethics minor can complement a variety of majors and prepare students for careers in fields such as:
• Business
• Law
• Education
• Healthcare
• Government
• Non-profit organizations

Other:

• The Ethics minor is a good fit for students who are interested in:
• Developing their critical thinking skills
• Learning about different ethical theories
It is possible that the program has changed since the context was written.