This module is a survey of central questions and concepts of recent ethical theory. Precise contents may vary slightly by year. Some topics include: the nature of the good, egoism, utilitarian accounts of right and wrong action, virtue (esp. justice and benevolence), partiality and impartiality, moral luck.
Recommended general background reading:

• Williams, Morality an Introduction to Ethics

• Scheffler, Consequentialism and Its Critics

Philosophy Area B

MEMORY SENSORY BRAIN LANGUAGE PSYCHOLOGY LINGUISTICS DEVELOPMENT AMNESIA CHILDHOOD

The module provides an introduction to key concepts and debates in memory research, including models of working memory, and processes involved in the encoding,...

The module provides an introduction to key concepts and debates in memory research, including models of working memory, and processes involved in the encoding, storage and retrieval of memories. While the main focus is on normal memory processes, there is also some coverage of memory disorders.  The module aims to: 

Provide an overview of key concepts in the study of learning and memory 
 Promote an understanding of some of the research methods used to study memory 
 Encourage critical evaluation of the scientific literature in this area 
 Consider real-world applications of research in memory 
 Provide an opportunity to practise knowledge of experimental methods and apply it to topics in memory 
By the end of the module the students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

The alternative types of research methods used to explore human memory
 Theories of the components of memory
 The working memory model (Baddeley & Hitch; Baddeley), its components and function
 Evidence for the distinction between explicit and implicit memory
 Development and disorders of memory

Everything about a business (or other types of organisations) is designed. The products and services it offers, how it appears to potential customers, the way...

Everything about a business (or other types of organisations) is designed. The products and services it offers, how it appears to potential customers, the way it organizes its activities, its vision and strategy – all of it is designed.

Designed objects, services and environments are all around us and successful organisations are attentive about when to invest resources in design and the management of design. Design approaches can also be used to understand and address key challenges facing organisations, communities and society.

This module provides students with an opportunity to explore design thinking as a distinctive approach to problem solving, and its applications to the development of new products and services, and the search for solution to social issues.

The module is taught partly through hands on exploration of design methods and approaches, complemented by readings, class discussion and guest speakers. During the module, students will work in teams to learn key techniques for design thinking in the context of a real project.