About This Course

In this course, we will be exploring the ethical issues that arise from conflict. This includes conflicts that may be encountered individually, in domestic politics, and through international relations. We will consider when if ever, it is justifiable to resort to violence. We will also investigate ‘just war theory’ and a range of peaceful, non-violent means of responding to conflict.

Part of the Moral Education curriculum, this course seeks to foster in students a set of universal values, which will enable them to peacefully interact and connect with people from different cultural and social groups who hold different views and perspectives. It seeks to empower them to become active, responsible, local and global citizens. It enables them to develop mutual understanding, respect for difference and empathy in order to sustain our cohesive and prosperous society. Through dialogue and interaction, students are provided with opportunities to explore different worldviews, to challenge one another's assumptions and attitudes and to develop the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to think critically, to make informed ethical decisions and to act on them in the interests of their society.