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2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin

PHIL 47100 - Aesthetics and the Philosophy of Art


An intensive examination of some of the characteristic questions of contemporary aesthetic theory. Variable content may include the definition of art; the ontology of art; artist-artwork-audience relations; intentions; interpretation; evaluation; aesthetic experience; and ethics and aesthetics. A transdisciplianry approach includes consideration of works of art and artworld writings in addition to philosophical writings. May be repeated for up to 12 credit hours with consent of instructor.

Preparation for Course
P: Instructor permission required.

Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Typically offered Fall and Spring.
Variable Title
V.T.