Aesthetics and the arts
Dr P J Perry and Ms G Burke
8 points
* 3 hours per week
* Second semester
* Peninsula
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should have developed an understanding of the notions of aesthetic language and philosophy; have established a discriminating aesthetic appreciation which includes having formulated criteria for the analysis and judgement of artworks; be able to recognise expressions of similar concepts in differing art forms and different cultural contexts and have developed a range of strategies for implementing aesthetic education in the classroom situation.
Synopsis The aim of this subject is to help students define and understand aesthetic responses to the arts and, in particular, their own responses to specific works. It will develop students' capacity to evaluate artistic work, through appreciation of the elements of artistic expression.
Assessment Written (maximum 4000 words): 60%
* Seminar presentation:
40%
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