| Unit name | Aesthetics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PHIL20136 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Everett |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Philosophy |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
This course is an introduction to the philosophy of art. `Art' here is being construed broadly as including e.g. literature, music and visual art generally. The focus of the course will be on art as that is discussed in contemporary analytical philosophy. Topics will include: defining `art' the ontology of Art; the nature of aesthetic properties; the intentions of the artist; the nature of artistic value; the paradox of fiction; visual representation; and the aesthetics of nature.
Aims:
(1) To provide a general overview of the philosophical discussion of art;
(2) To encourage the students ability to engage critically with various positions in the philosophy of art.
On completion of this course, students should:
(1) have a general knowledge of the philosophical discussion of art.
(2) be able to evaluate some views about art and engage critically with a number of arguments about art.
10 x 1 hour lecture plus 10 x 1 hour seminar
Formative: 2 essays of 2000-2500 words
Summative: 3-hour examination
