Indic Science of Aesthetics
- 15 Hours
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1 Credit
*(T&C Apply) Credits applicable only for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students enrolling for SIKSHA courses through academic institutions based in India.
- UG
- Arts and Humanities, Management, STEM
- Faculty
₹2,500.00(GST additional)
About The Course
The Science of Aesthetics is a comprehensive undergraduate course tailored for students in Design, Architecture and related fields. Key highlights include: ● Course covers essence of beauty, exploring both Eastern and Western perspectives on aesthetics, art and philosophy ● Engagement with foundational texts, philosophical frameworks, and practical applications to deepen understanding of aesthetic principles ● Insights into the significance of aesthetics in various cultural, historical, and contemporary contexts ● Deriving from the ancient wisdom of Indic principles to modern design trends
Syllabus
- Unit 1: Foundations of Aesthetics
- ◉ Introduction to Aesthetics: Eastern and Western Perspectives
- ◉ Understanding Vedic Principles of Beauty
- ◉ Western Aesthetics: Classical to Contemporary
- ◉ Philosophical Foundations of Aesthetics
- ◉ Comparative Analysis of Subjectivity and Objectivity in Aesthetic Concepts
- Unit 2: Aesthetic Insights from Ancient Texts
- ◉ Vedas and the Aesthetics of Nature and Art
- ◉ Upanishadic Ideas of Beauty and Ananda
- ◉ The Harmonic Confluence of Philosophy, Aesthetics, and the Artistic Drama
- ◉ Nāṭyaśāstra and Its Relevance in Modern Aesthetics
- ◉ Classical Aesthetics and Its Influence on Art
- ◉ Introduction to Nāṭyaśāstra
- ◉ Imitation and Expression in Art and Dramatic Narratives
- ◉ Realism in Nāṭya – Loka-Dharmi and Nāṭya-Dharmi
- ◉ Itivritta (Plot) Analysis
- ◉ Extending Plot Analysis to Narrative Literature
- Unit 3: Classification and Taxonomy of Aesthetic Sources
- ◉ Training Manuals vs. Theoretical Works in Aesthetics
- ◉ Interpreting Aesthetic Philosophies from Various Traditions
- ◉ Cross-Cultural Interpretations and Perspectives
- Unit 4: Design Thinking: Aesthetic Creativity in Practice
- ◉ Introduction to Design Thinking
- ◉ Human-Centered Design Principles
- ◉ Prototyping and User Testing
- ◉ Integrating Design Thinking with Aesthetic Creation
- Unit 5: Prerequisites of Creativity: Exploring Aesthetic Imagination
- ◉ The Role of Pratibhā in Aesthetics
- ◉ Concepts of Imagination in Art
- ◉ Aesthetic Exercises in Imagination and Creativity
- ◉ Understanding Aucitya in Aesthetics
- ◉ The Role of Propriety, Unity, and Congruence
- ◉ Exploring Aucitya in Various Art Forms
- Unit 6: Aesthetics and Creativity: Purpose and Benefits
- ◉ Aesthetic Inquiry and Self-Exploration
- ◉ Expressing Aesthetics in Different Art Forms
- ◉ Aesthetic Therapy and Well-Being
- ◉ Integrating Aesthetics into Daily Life
More Information
- Learning Objectives
- ● Empowering students to become informed and innovative practitioners in the dynamic and everevolving and interdisciplinary world of art, aesthetics and design
- ● Inspiring creative thinking and aesthetic sensibility to empower application of these principles in real-world design projects
- Intended Outcomes
- ● Develop a comprehensive understanding of Indian and Western aesthetics, including their philosophical foundations, historical developments, and contemporary relevance
- ● Cultivate critical thinking skills and aesthetic sensibilities
- ● Apply principles of Design Thinking to solve complex design problems, integrating diverse perspectives and approaches to creativity
