PL 225 : Ethics of War and Peace

This course provides an introductory examination of the ethics of war and peace. Through examination of both classical and contemporary resources, this course examines the primary theoretical options in thinking about war and peace, including realism, pacifism, and just war theory. Additional topics covered may include, but are not limited to, torture, terrorism, humanitarian obligations, moral injury after war, just peacemaking, drone warfare, and targeted killing.