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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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Design, Design Strategies, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles, Innovation, Creativity, Systems Of Measurement, Aesthetics, Spatial Analysis, Project Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

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

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

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

    Mixed · 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, Music History, Post-Production, Electronic Components, Electronics, Aesthetics, Hardware Design, Collaborative Software, Digital Design, Instrumental Music, Data Sharing, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Algorithms, Creativity, Digital Publishing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    259 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 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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    Fudan University

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    107 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Epic Games

    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

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Culture, Research, Aesthetics, Anthropology, Environment, Life Sciences, Social Studies, Scientific Methods, Biology, Physical Science, Human Development, Environmental Science, Timelines, Physics, Storytelling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    12 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    225 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing, Liberal Arts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, European History, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Sociology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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