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Study Media Arts at Royal Holloway

Discover the digital future of storytelling that matters

Our Department of Media Arts is a creative community where you can grow your skills and knowledge in both the theoretical and the practical side of film, television, digital production and video games. You’ll be immersed in digital storytelling in a way you’ve never been before and pick up the tools you need to succeed in the industry.

 
 

You’ll be taught by academics with international reputations who are leading scholars in their specialist fields, and by current practitioners, many of whom maintain professional media careers as directors, producers and screenwriter. You’ll also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, such as a television studio and gallery equipped with industry level recording equipment. You’ll also learn how to follow the same protocol as used in professional practice.

Join us and you won’t just be learning the practicalities and the ‘how’ of production, you’ll also be learning the ‘why’ and the understanding behind everything that takes place. From screenwriting to cinematography, from sound design to directing – we’ll ensure you develop a deep understanding a connection with everything you’ll need to enter this exciting, future-facing industry with confidence.

Reasons to choose Media Arts at Royal Holloway

  • 11th in the UK for Film Production (The Guardian University Guide 2025)
  • Top 20 in the UK for Media Arts (Complete University Guide, 2026)
  • Courses available in Film Studies, Video Games Art and Design, Digital Media Culture and Technology, Film, TV and Digital Production plus a range of joint options with other subjects.