Browsing Masters Degrees (Philosophy) by Title
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Raising ethical issues in the dead: an exploration of ethical challenges in Forensic Medicine
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY: This dissertation explores ethical challenges in the forensic medicine field. Pivotal to forensic pathology are the deceased and the medico-legal investigation. The unique relationship between forensic ... -
The refugee as citizen : the possibility of political membership in a cosmopolitan world
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this thesis is to determine what responsibilities democratic states have toward refugees. This problem is stated within the broader framework of the tension inherent in all democratic states: ... -
Responsibility in health care
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-03)Please refer to full text for abstract. -
Restoring Shalom in the economy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2000-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This thesis investigates why human poverty and environmental degradation still exist to the extent that they do in a world where there appears to be sufficient scientific and social knowledge to reduce ... -
The role of discussion in the institutionalisation of a code of conduct/ethics with specific reference to the adoption of a code of conduct by the South African Police Service
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1998)AFRIKAANSE OPSOMMING: Die uitgangspunt vir hierdie tesis was die deurslaggewende rol wat gesprekvoering kan speel in die suksesvolle institusionalisering en aanvaarding van 'n gedrags- of etiese kode. Met hierdie ... -
The role of values and corporate culture in people management
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2004-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The business world has seemingly become hit by, or perhaps it has been more exposed of its unethical and morally bad decisions and procedures. One just has to follow the businessrelated issues and one ... -
Science, society, technology and holistic modes of thought
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1999-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This work involves a study of different conceptions of knowledge as are found in a mechanisticnaturalistic view of science, particularly from within Western intellectual culture, and how such conceptions ... -
The self in the thought of Kierkegaard, Sartre and Jung
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The problem explored in this study concerns authenticity, and can be formulated as the question: 'How does one become oneself? In order to answer this query, related issues must be addressed, for ... -
Should we save nature while people go hungry? : an analysis of nature preservation and poverty within the South African context
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2003-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: South Africa is a land of stunning beauty and scenic wonder, with contrasts ranging from arid semi-desert areas to lush green forests; from flat plains to towering mountains. Socially and economically ... -
Social development versus saving nature? : a case study in environmental ethics
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2003-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This research project has been purposed at shedding light and bringing clarity and practical resolution to the ethical dilemma brought about by seemingly incompatible principles and value positions ... -
The social responsibility of corporations : a stakeholder approach
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The main aim of this study is to develop, from an ethical perspective, a justification for corporate social responsibility. The research methodology used is that of a critical study of relevant ... -
Stalking the hunting debate : trophy hunting, integrity and ideology
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2003-12)Trophy hunting remains a highly contentious issue within environmental spheres of debate. Whether it is morally justifiable for humans to kill other living creatures for recreation, even if by doing so generates revenue ... -
A study of research in the Faculty of Military Science, Stellenbosch University 1990-2009
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The changing higher education environment in South Africa has led to a greater emphasis being placed on research production at universities. Currently Stellenbosch University is one of only a handful ... -
Subduers of the earth? : the Bible, Christian faith and environmental ethics
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: I begin this assignment with an examination of verses such as Gen. 1:28 from the period of primeval history in the Old Testament (0. T.) of the Christian Bible which have been seen by some commentators, ... -
Subjek en etiese verantwoordelikheidsbesef : twee artikels oor die denke van Emmanuel Levinas
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2000-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Article I: Subject and the realisation of ethical responsibility. The Idea of the Infinite in Levinas' Totality and Infinity. In Totality and Infinity Emmanuel Levinas writes about the categorical ... -
Suicide : a philosophical and ethical perspective
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Suicide is a truly philosophical problem. Judging whether life is or not worth living amounts to answering the fundamental question of philosophy. In Africa, suicide is not uncommon as evidenced by the ... -
Supply chain slavery : the case for corporate responsibility beyond direct suppliers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Human rights abuse in employment practices is especially widespread in corporate supply chains. These abuses are increasingly recognised as modern slavery, which is defined as “forced labour, debt ... -
Tegnologie en gestremdheid : filosofies-etiese perspektiewe
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Technology and disability are both terms laden with associations, values, meanings and even myths. This becomes clear in this research when both terms are described in the first part, and the various ... -
Teleological explanation and the Darwinian argument
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1999-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Darwin's development of his theory of descent with modification by natural selection effected a profound transformation of teleological thinking in biology. In what sense, and through which means his ... -
The knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) regarding HIV/AIDS of high school learners in the Cape Flats area
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2006-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The youth of the Cape Flats may still have a distorted perception of HIV/AIDS. This is indicated by the findings of research conducted at five high schools in the Cape Town area. The study groups were ...
