PHIL30054 The Metaphysics of Ethics
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.
- No final exam: all coursework
Is PHIL30054 hard?
PHIL30054: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Linking metaphysics and ethics through social ontology: objects, causation and identity, and what they mean for moral responsibility.
After it you can
- Explain core ideas in metaphysics
- Connect metaphysics to moral questions
- Apply ideas to cases like reparations
What you need first
None
How it’s assessed
Reports and essays 100%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is PHIL30054 offered?
- Not running in 2026.
- What do I need before taking PHIL30054?
- No prerequisites.
- Does PHIL30054 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 100%.
- Can I take PHIL30054 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate PHIL30054?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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