2026 Spring > UGRD > PHIL > PHIL 215
Philosophical Foundations of Public Policy
Course #: PHIL 215
Description:
This course explores several central philosophical frameworks underlying contemporary public policy debates, including various conceptions of social justice and human rights, utilitarian theory and decision theory. The role of philosophy in public policy will be illustrated through an analysis of such contemporary issues as foreign policy and human rights, tax policy, cost benefit analysis, environmental and health care issues, workfare, world population problems, and the dangerous mentally ill.
| Section | Class Number | Schedule/Time | Instructor | Location | |
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| 01 | 3169 | MWF 9:00 - 9:50 am |
Zurn,Christopher | McCormack M01-0410 | |
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Session:
Regular
Class Dates:
01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity:
36
Enrolled:
21
Status:
Open
Credits:
3/3
Class Notes:
This course uses low-cost course material which will cost less than $50. For more information about low-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes:
Humanities, Course Material Costs Unknown
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