The BA Art and Creative Writing at the University of Reading offers you a dynamic pathway to explore the intersection of visual arts and literary expression. This four-year joint honours programme is designed for students eager to understand how contemporary art and culture are shaped, and how you can contribute to them. You will delve into new digital art and publishing platforms, expand your grasp of contemporary literature and art theories, and critically engage with the practice of art writing. This stimulating combination of disciplines enhances and informs your own creative output, fostering a unique artistic voice.
This undergraduate degree is studied full-time on campus over four years, providing a rich academic experience. You will develop your artistic practice through studio work, learning to identify and investigate your own interests while honing your critical and presentation skills. Simultaneously, you will cultivate your creative writing abilities across various genres, engaging in workshop discussions and developing a critical understanding of literary forms. In your final year, you will undertake a substantial dissertation, allowing you to develop an independent, critically informed piece of writing, such as a short story, play, or collection of verse. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, ready for careers in the creative industries, curation, publishing, or further academic study.