BA Art

At Reading, we have developed a distinctive approach to the subject through a combination of practice, theory and history. Our programmes enable you to emerge as a creative person, equipped with knowledge, intellectual ability and the practice-led skills you will need to make an imaginative and effective contribution to the cultural field of Art. Our special strengths lie in contemporary art that draws on historical examples of art while examining the exciting new potential of new technology to produce emerging art forms. Our courses demonstrate the full breadth of Art as an area of study without division into distinct specialisms. This approach requires you to be committed, to thrive on constructive criticism exchanged between staff and students, and to participate in discussing your own work and that of others.

This single honours programme is for candidates applying from A level or an equivalent certification. Although principally for students wishing to concentrate on Fine Art during their four years, there is a degree of flexibility built into the course structure to allow students to take non-Art subjects from within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities during Part 1 (first year).

Year 1

Introduction to mateirals & processes
Grounding for Independent Practical Work & Research
Contemporary Art and Theory

Year 2

Development of an Individual Practice in Art
Introduction of a Student-Led Seminar Programme
Contemporary Art and Theory
Career Management

Year 3

Further Development of Art Practice
Consideration of the Role of Presentation
Contemporary Art and Theory

Final Year

Art Dissertation
Final Exhibition