Develop as an artist, curator and writer with our BA Art and Creative Writing programme.This four-year, joint honours course reflects recent developments in art and culture. For example, you will:- learn about new digital art and publishing platforms- expand your understanding of contemporary literature and art theories- develop your skills in art writing.Art and creative writing are a stimulating combination at degree level – they enhance and inform one another. Additionally, studying theories and practitioners across the art and literature disciplines will inspire and influence your own art and writing as you hone your technique and form.Studying at the Reading School of Art allows you to explore a vast range of media and experiment with emerging art forms. Over the course of your four years of study, you will:- work with academics who include artists, curators and researchers- be encouraged to participate in exhibitions, public art commissions and events- receive dedicated studio space, accessible 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, and a studio tutor to help develop your individual and professional practice.Creative writing studies at Reading are hosted by our Department of English Literature, a research-active academic community with access to superb resources and literary treasures. You will learn from prize-winning authors and academics who are committed to teaching through the workshop model. These small group sessions are the heart of Reading’s writing community: guided by one of our lecturers, you and your fellow students will gain confidence as you share your writing and help each other improve.For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/art-ug/ba-art-and-creative-writing
Which department am I in?
Art
Study options
Full Time
(4 Years)
Tuition fees
£25,250.00 (27,51,144)
per year
£25250 Per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
October 2025
Venue
Main Site
Room 208,
Pepper Lane,
Reading,
Wokingham,
RG6 6AH, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England
Entry requirements
For students from Hong Kong
A level English Literature or a related subject at grade B. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.