2004/05 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

PHIL3850 Philosophy of Art

10 Credits Class Size: 999

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2004/05

This module is approved as an Elective

Objectives

To introduce students to philosophical issues in the study and appreciation of works of art.

Syllabus

This module will investigate the nature and value of art by exploring questions central to aesthetics. These may concern, for example, the status and justification of aesthetic judgements, the nature of imagination, artistic knowledge and links between art and morality.

Teaching Methods

Weekly lecture, fortnightly tutorial including student presentations.

Reading List

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Last updated: 10/06/2004

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