Art and Film

At the University of Reading, you’ll explore both the practical and theoretical sides of art and film and investigate how each discipline has influenced the other. We rank in the top 100 for Arts and Humanities globally (joint 92) and 21 in the UK (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).

Led by staff from Reading School of Art and the Department of Film, Theatre and Television, you’ll hone your skills as a thoughtful, informed creator, gaining a meaningful expertise in both subjects. You’ll be encouraged to investigate, critically reflect, and develop independent learning through the study, discussion and practice of contemporary art and filmmaking from a range of periods and cultural settings 

During this four-year joint degree, you'll have the opportunity to: 

build on your practical skills 

explore the practice, theory and history of art 

benefit from our approach to the subject, and particular focus on contemporary art 

put your learning into practice through studio-based modules 

attend exhibitions 

receive an induction on the use of filmmaking facilities and equipment 

incorporate career development into your learning from your second year of study. 

University of Reading ranks 7th in the UK for graduate salary for Creative Arts (based on The Telegraph's analysis of DfE data on the earnings of first degree graduates after five years from English Higher Education Institutions, June 2025). The Reading’s School of Art is a hub for many kinds of activities, with events, screenings, performances and exhibitions taking place regularly. Our teaching staff are all artists and curators highly connected with the creative world beyond the University, and strongly encourage regular exhibitions and open debate. Our new School of Art building opened in September 2023 and is the perfect spot for exploring different media in our workshops and exhibiting your work whist being near the centre of our Whiteknights campus.