This course offers an introduction to aesthetics, the philosophy of art. Guided by seminal philosophical texts by Plato, Aristotle, David Hume, and Immanuel Kant, we will examine how philosophers have interpreted the concept of 'beauty' from ancient to modern times. We will explore and discuss questions such as, 'What is beauty?', 'Is beauty in the eye of the beholder?', and 'Can we separate the art from the artist?', along with debates concerning the philosophy of music and the philosophy of architecture.
Tutor: Angelos Sofocleous PhD
Term: Summer
Day: Wednesday
Start Date: 23 April 2025
Time: 7-9pm
No. of weeks: 8
Full fee: £91
Location: Online
This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.
