Aesthetics

Aesthetics is a branch of philosophy that explores the nature of art, beauty, and taste, with the creation and appreciation of beauty. Coursera's aesthetics catalogue teaches you about the fundamental principles of aesthetics, including the analysis and interpretation of beauty in art, nature, and human experiences. You'll learn about the philosophical theories of beauty, the role of aesthetics in culture and society, and the critical evaluation of artistic expressions. Broaden your understanding of aesthetics as an artist, designer, philosopher, or simply as someone who appreciates the intricate relationship between beauty and human perception.
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Results for "aesthetics"

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Electronic Media, Aesthetics, Creativity, Design, Liberal Arts, Content Creation, Multimedia, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Social Justice

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Physiology, Biology

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    712 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Public History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Creativity, Storytelling, Writing, Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Public History, Liberal Arts, Journalism, Storytelling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    101 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Chemistry, Physiology, Physics, Psychology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    787 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Aesthetics, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Art History, Creativity, Ancient History, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Research, Visual Design, Adobe InDesign, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Publishing, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Creativity, Peer Review

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    2.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Musical Composition, Digital Communications, Music History, Electronic Components, Post-Production, Electronics, Aesthetics, Hardware Design, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Algorithms, Creativity, Instrumental Music, Digital Publishing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    259 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    53 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Video Production, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    494 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Art History, Architecture and Construction, Aesthetics, European History, Design Elements And Principles, Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Personal Development, Writing, Mindfulness, Art History, Ancient History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    116 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months