PHIL20045 Ethics of Immigration

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Summer.

Is PHIL20045 hard?

PHIL20045: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

The ethics of borders and migration: open borders, national culture, family reunion and how refugees should be treated.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Projects 60%, Reports and essays 40%

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Quick answers

When is PHIL20045 offered?
Runs in 2026: Summer.
What do I need before taking PHIL20045?
No prerequisites.
Does PHIL20045 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Projects 60%, Reports and essays 40%.
How many class hours a week does PHIL20045 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take PHIL20045 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate PHIL20045?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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