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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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Design, Product Design, Aesthetics, Technical Drawing, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Needs Assessment, Problem Solving, Brainstorming

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    Skills you'll gain: Videography, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Photography, Image Quality, Aesthetics

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    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Style Guides, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Communication

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    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Sustainable Development, Aesthetics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Policy, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Storytelling

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music, Music History, Music Theory, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Art History, Instrumental Music, Aesthetics, Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Electronic Media, Psychology, Vibrations, Experimentation

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    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Prototyping, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Virtual Environment, Aesthetics

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Computer Graphics, Music, Aesthetics

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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

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    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

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    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Storyboarding, Video Production, Storytelling, Videography, Photography, Post-Production, Editing, Writing and Editing, Writing, Personal Development, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Performing Arts, Aesthetics, Creativity, Self-Awareness

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    University of the Arts London

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Aesthetics, Creativity, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Intellectual Property, Photography

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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

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