Philosophy of Sex

4.0 credits

What is the relationship between love and sex? Is BDSM ethical? How is sex tied to the concept of family? Should the state regulate certain sexual practices? This course is a survey of topics in the philosophy of sex and will discuss some of the moral, metaphysical, epistemological, political, and social aspects of sex in contemporary Western society. This includes the relationships between sex and love, marriage, gender, race, neurodivergence, and sexuality. Students can expect to engage with a range of contemporary philosophical debates on these topics as well as develop their ability to discuss them critically and situate the debates within moral and political philosophy.