Art and Philosophy

Develop your independent practice, experience life in another country, and understand the theories and ideas behind contemporary art on our BA Art and Philosophy. Studying philosophy alongside art allows you to consider the medium from a range of perspectives.

You will join a lively community at Reading School of Art and explore a wide range of media, experiment with emerging art forms, and develop as an artist. The studios are busy places, with events, screenings, performances, and exhibitions happening regularly. You will receive a dedicated space, accessible 24 hours a day and seven days a week, and a studio tutor to help develop your individual and professional practice.

Trips to museums and art galleries help prompt thoughts on how art is displayed and received. You will gain professional experience by taking part in your own exhibitions, public art commissions and other events. Your teaching staff are all artists, curators and researchers of international standing and will encourage regular exhibitions and open debate.

Studying philosophy at the University of Reading will equip you with the ability to think logically, evaluate arguments critically, and challenge your own ideas and those of others. We will give you an understanding of the central philosophical principles, concepts, problems, texts, and figures. You will be taught by leading experts whose research strengths lie especially in moral philosophy and the philosophy of the mind and language. You will also have the chance to study non-Western philosophies, in particular Indian philosophy.

For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/art-ug/ba-art-and-philosophy