1. EITHER: a) Is it rational to care less about our future than our present
selves?
OR: b) Do preferences give us a plausible measure of value?
2. What is the significance of functionings for personal well-being?
3. Does ethical expressivism have a plausible account of representation?
Does it need one?
4. EITHER: a) In what ways, if any, are moral judgements like colour
judgements with respect to their truth conditions?
OR: b) ‘Our moral judgements are premised on the existence of a kind
of reality that isn’t there.’ Discuss.
5. EITHER: a) ‘The pursuit of human perfection – whether through pre- or
post- conception methods – is an important moral goal.’ Discuss.
OR: b) When, if ever, is paternalism justified in the context of mental
healthcare?
6. To what extent, if any, does the permissibility of abortion depend on
whether or not the foetus is a person?
7. Is there an interesting connection between failures of trust and a sense
of betrayal?
8. Are corporations moral agents?
9. EITHER: a) Should a Kantian think that assisted suicide is morally
permissible?
OR: b) ‘All forms of extra-marital sex violate the categorical imperative.’
Discuss.
10.Does Kant have a plausible account of transcendental freedom?