In 2023, higher education expenditure on R&D in humanities and the arts in the UK was valued at 2.7 billion USD PPP. The forecast indicates a steady growth, reaching 2.82 billion USD PPP by 2028. Year-on-year growth rates are modest, with a persistent annual increase. For example, the increase from 2024-2025 is approximately 0.73%, and a similar trend continues through 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over five years averages slightly below 1%, displaying a stable yet slow growth trajectory in this sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of emerging technologies on humanities research.
Government policies affecting funding allocation for arts and humanities.
Increased collaboration with international institutions to enhance research outcomes.
Adoption of interdisciplinary approaches integrating arts with sciences and technology.