Explore diverse approaches to acting and performances and develop your craft through the study of plays, performances, films, influential theories and practical methods.
Move between media and broaden your thinking. Explore different forms and collaborate in the production of film, television and theatre work.
Develop a critical understanding of contemporary art and film with this four-year combined degree.
Gain a thorough understanding of literature and the dynamics between writing and performance on stage and screen.
Graduates from the department have gone on to exciting careers in filmmaking, TV production, theatre, arts management, education, community arts, publishing, marketing and more. Alumni now work with major organisations including BBC Studios, the National Theatre, Sony Pictures, Disney, Sky, Adobe, Blue Zoo Animation Studio, ITV Studios, Wimbledon, Hampshire County Council and more.
There is a variety of funding support available to our undergraduate students. You may be eligible for government loans, grants or bursaries.
Students from the UK can receive government loans to help towards tuition fees and living costs. UK students may also be eligible for other grants and bursaries depending on their circumstances.
“What sets Reading apart for me is that it offers a perfect balance between the academic aspects of essay writing and studying film theories, as well as the collaborative, practical elements of the course.” Charlie discusses her experience studying Film and Television and how the opportunities she has been given have prepared her for the working world.
