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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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Liberal Arts, Literacy, Aesthetics, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    134 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Target Audience, Aesthetics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Teaching, Pedagogy, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, European History, Liberal Arts, Higher Education, Aesthetics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Coursera Project Network

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Marketing Collateral, Marketing Materials, Advertising, Branding, Marketing, Promotional Materials, Graphic Design, Aesthetics, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Marketing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, World History

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    181 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Lecturing, Storytelling, Music, World History, Creativity, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    105 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Human Factors, Psychology, Environmental Science, Aesthetics, Safety Standards, Environmental Issue, Research, Technical Standard, Safety and Security

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Art History, Design, Logo Design, Design Strategies, Visual Design, Typography, Branding, Advertising, Aesthetics, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Ancient History, Art History, Psychology, Storytelling, Creativity, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    619 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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