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PHIL1067: The Good Life

2027 unit information

According to the Roman philosopher Seneca, “life is long—if you know how to use it.” What does it mean to live well? How can philosophy help us make good decisions in the context of important relationships in our lives? This unit introduces central ideas in ethics and practical philosophy through a focused study of these questions. Students engage a range of philosophical traditions, both historical and contemporary, exploring ethical issues connected to real world experience and significant life stages, including childhood, adulthood, and the end of life.

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Arts and Social Sciences

Study level Undergraduate
Academic unit Philosophy
Credit points 6
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Semester 1 2027
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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