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Get a taste of life at Norwich, learn more about our courses, our campus and meet the creators and makers you’ll be learning from.
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East Gallery •
East Gallery Fellowships | Creative Practice 2025/26
Institution •
The UK games industry is now worth a staggering £7.82 billion, with East Anglia poised to become the next major growth cluster
Research •
Norwich University of the Arts presents a series of live performances and immersive video installations as part of the Norfolk and Norwich Festival.
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts at Norfolk and Norwich Festival
Winners announced in two age categories 11-15 and 16-19, and two theme categories ‘Responsible Production and Consumption’ and ‘Gender Equality’.
Institution •
Norwich University of the Arts is making a bold and exciting move toward a more sustainable future.
Read more about The big switch on: Norwich University of the Arts powers up with solar energy
BA (Hons) Illustration •
Gabriella discusses how her creative practice and wider University experience has helped to manage and communicate topics around mental health.
Read more about In conversation with Gabriella Mason, BA (Hons) Illustration
Research •
Norwich University of the Arts recently hosted a collaborative event showcasing projects funded by AHRC's Creative Research Capability fund, at its cutting-edge Immersive Visualisation and Simulation Lab (IVSL).
Research •
A groundbreaking new exhibition, Shape Shift: Reflections on Art in Mental Health Settings, created in partnership with Norwich University of the Arts, will open at The Fitzrovia Chapel on Thursday, 13 March 2025.
Read more about Shape Shift: Reflections on Art in Mental Health Settings
BA (Hons) Graphic Communication •
Cassie Muskett has been selected for the Chaos Design Bursary Award. She secured a two-week paid internship, along with a generous £800 bursary. We spoke to Cassie about her internship experience.
Read more about In conversation with Cassie Muskett, BA (Hons) Graphic Communication
Institution •
After dedicating his career to higher education in the creative arts, Professor Simon Ofield-Kerr, Vice Chancellor of Norwich University of the Arts, has announced his decision to retire in 12 months time.
Read more about Retirement Announcement: Professor Simon Ofield-Kerr
BA Animation and Visual Effects •
Staff and graduates’ work features in two-part special exploring the secrets of the Ice Age.
Read more about Norwich graduates’ work to premiere in new Channel 5 series Ice Age: Apocalypse
BA (Hons) Textile Design student, Megan Merhar, shares her journey of incorporating AI into her creative process.
Read more about Embracing AI in Textile Design: A journey of creativity and collaboration
Professor Hilary Carlisle recently took part in the ELIA Biennial Conference 2024 in Milan
Read more about Norwich joins global conversation on creativity at ELIA Biennial 2024
BA Games Art and Design •
Norwich University of the Arts students had another successful year at Sync The City 2024
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts Students Shine at Sync The City 2024
BA (Hons) Illustration •
Alice reflects on her recent residency at Moosey Art Gallery
Read more about In conversation with: Alice Lee, BA (Hons) Illustration lecturer
Alumni •
Two graduates have been named winners in Arts Thread Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2024.
Read more about Norwich Graduates announced winners in Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2024
Our award-winning campus combines historic buildings with modern and innovative spaces.
East Gallery • 12pm – 5pm 14 March – 7 June
A research-led visual arts exhibition that looks at the relationship between offshore wind energy and Doggerland, the submerged landmass that used to connect the UK to mainland Europe.
Read more about The New Scroby Sands Offshore Wind Farm Information Centre
Research events • 9am – 6.30pm 4 June – 6 June
A three-day programme of talks, panels and coastal encounters exploring how art and culture can shape global climate action.
Schools and Teachers events • 9.45am – 4.15pm 13 June
Calling all creative teachers, technicians and careers advisers!
Degree Shows • 10am – 4pm 13 June – 26 June
Join us for an exciting 12-day exhibition, showcasing the work of our 2025 Norwich graduates.
Open Days • 9.30am – 5pm 20 June
Book your place on our Friday 20 June Open Day to find out more about our courses.
Graduation • 15 July – 16 July
Summer celebrations to mark achievements of graduates
Summer School • 10am – 11.30am 23 July
Workshop for creatives to craft impactful visuals, enhancing campaigns through strong visual storytelling.
Summer School • 3pm – 4.30pm 30 July
Explore industry design process, from concept to product, with hands-on accessories design experience.
Read more about Week 2: Amplify Your Look: Ideas into Accessory design
Summer School • 10am – 11.30am 6 August
Learn essential architectural drawing skills, from line basics to breaking rules in 2D and 3D.
Read more about Week 3: Mastering the Basics of Architectural Drawing
Summer School • 3pm – 4.30pm 13 August
Explore personal experiences to craft compelling characters, enhancing storytelling and advancing your scriptwriting skills.
Summer School • 10am – 11.30am 20 August
Explore neurodivergent strengths, build strategies, and create a personalised toolkit for workplace success.
Read more about Week 5: Beyond the Label: Neurodiversity and Career Empowerment
Summer School • 3pm – 4.30pm 27 August
Explore Ollie Hirst’s illustration work and develop concepts for real science, health, tech briefs.
Read more about Week 6: Illustrating Human Stories, Influenced by Science
Degree Shows • 5 September – 9 September
Norwich’s Master’s graduates present their end-of-year shows, with a 5-day exhibition this September.