Open days

norwichuniarts Your portfolio is your story ✨ And we love these tips from Tilly on how to get yours ready as part of your Norwich application. Our key takeaway? It’s not just about finished pieces – it’s about showing how you think, experiment and develop ideas. Don’t forget! To meet the @ucas_online Equal Consideration deadline, make sure you submit your application by Wednesday 14 January (6pm UK time). Get more portfolio guidance and apply on our website – details at the link in bio. #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #Portfolio #ApplyNow #StillTimeToApply (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts 🚗 Visiting one of our Open Days? Don’t forget to check if you could claim your travel back! If you travel 50+ miles, you can get up to £75 reimbursed. Just attend, check in and submit your proof of address – it’s that easy! Find out more and book your spot at our January Open Day this weekend via the link in bio. #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #OpenDay #TravelBursary #FutureStudent (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts We’re starting 2026 with a beautiful snow-covered campus! ❄️ Welcome back to everyone for the new term – we can’t wait to see where your creativity will take you this year ✨ #SnowDay #Snow #Winter #Norwich #WeAreNorwich (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts Don’t miss out! Our next in-person Open Day is on Saturday 10 January, and we’d love to show you around campus. You’ll get to explore our facilities, speak to current students, find out more about your favourite course – and so much more. 👉 Book your place now via the link in bio. 📸 Andi Sapey #OpenDay #WeAreNorwich #ApplyNow #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #UKUni (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts A huge thank you to our amazing community, for making Norwich a place where collaboration thrives and bold ideas come to life 💛 Wishing everyone a Happy New Year. Here’s to all the creativity waiting to unfold in 2026! ✨ #NewYear #HappyNewYear #2026 #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts We’re wrapping up 2025 with a look back at some of the moments that made this year unforgettable ✨ From the launch of the @sirpetercook Wonder Hub and our incredible Virtual Production Studio, to the buzz of Interchange Week, our 2025 International Summer School, a show-stopping Grad Fest and of course, celebrating our brilliant graduates 🎓 – campus has been alive with creativity and collaboration all year long. 2025 was also the year we said a huge thank you to Professor Simon Ofield-Kerr, for his leadership as our Vice-Chancellor – and welcomed Professor Ben Stopher into the role, to start an exciting new chapter for Norwich. We can’t wait to see what 2026 will bring! 🌟 📸 Andi Sapey, Denisa Ilie, Rory Francis James and Chris Roberts. #2025 #YearInReview #2026 #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts Our QUEERiosity online showcase is here! ✨ This autumn, we invited students aged 14+ to take part in QUEERiosity – a series of practical workshops exploring queerness and LGBTQ+ identities. A huge thank you to everyone who took part and shared their final submission with us. Tap the link in bio to explore the full showcase now! 📸 Jene Jacobs and Liou. #ExploreQueeriosity #QueerArt #NorwichUni #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts The little moments that make up campus life at Norwich ✨ Whether it’s grabbing a coffee between classes, finding a favourite spot to study, or catching up with course mates, it’s the small moments that make our community feel so special. 📷 Thanks to @hudsonarchitects / James Greig for these beautiful photos of our Bank Plain building. #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #BankPlain #StudentLife #UKUni (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts Merry Christmas from Norwich University of the Arts! ✨ Wishing our entire community a joyful festive season. We’re grateful for everyone who brings creativity to life on our campus and beyond 🎄 #MerryChristmas #Christmas #Festive #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts 100 years in the making ✨ In 1925, students here gathered in life classes, silver-modelling studios and sculpture workshops. Today, our campus may have transformed – but the same spirit of curiosity and craftsmanship remains at the heart of Norwich University of the Arts 💛 #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #CenturyOfCreatives #StudentLife #Archives (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts One of our favourite moments from 2025? The launch of our incredible Virtual Production Studio! Our partners @sonyprofilmmaking were on hand to capture a very special moment – as the late Colin McRae’s world-championship-winning rally car took its place in our desert scene. A huge thank you to everyone who has made the space feel so special from day one. Look out for more magic from the studio coming soon! 🌵🎬 #WeAreNorwich #VirtualProductionStudio #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #Sony #Timelapse (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts ✨ There’s something extra special about Norwich at this time of year ✨ From the @norwich_cathedral wrapped in winter light to the city’s Christmas decorations and the charm of our independent shops tucked away in the @norwichlanes. And of course, no Christmas is complete without a hot chocolate from @thefeednorwich! Norwich, thank you for your festive magic 🎄 #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #Christmas #Norwich #Festive (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts We’re delighted to be hosting the @elia_artschools Academy 2027 🎉 The academy will provide a platform for our staff and students to connect, share ideas and work alongside peers from across the international arts education community. It’s a huge privilege to be welcoming this event to Norwich – and celebrating our shared commitment to creative practice, education and global collaboration. #ELIAAcademy #ELIA #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #WeAreNorwich #CreativeEducation (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts Register now to join ENCOMPASS: Art Across Borders – a CPD programme for teachers launching in January 2026. Delivered in partnership with the @sainsburycentre, ENCOMPASS will explore the work of global majority artists from the centre’s collection, including Tesfaye Urgessa and Wangechi Mutu. Designed to raise awareness of artists from diverse backgrounds, whose work you can bring into your classroom practice, the programme will also support students in the UK to explore their cultural identity. 📅 Tuesday 20 January – Tuesday 7 July 2026 ⏰ 4:15pm onwards 💻 Online Join us for the launch event on 20 January with Everyday Racism – and find full details of the programme at the link in bio. 📸 Photography by Kameron Cooper, Courtesy of Saatchi #ENCOMPASS #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #WeAreNorwich #SainsburyCentre #Teaching (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts Meet @ellierothnie, one of the judges for our 2026 Beyond the Frame photography competition ✨ Ellis is an internationally acclaimed wildlife photographer, @canonuk Ambassador, tour leader and speaker, and is celebrated for her elegant and timeless bird and animal portraiture. Ellie’s work showcases stunning natural light, thoughtful composition and a deep respect for the wildlife she documents. Does your work belong Beyond the Frame? 📸 The competition is open to young creatives age 11-19. Entries close on 22 May 2026. Find out more at the link in bio! 📷 Ellie Rothnie #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #BeyondTheFrame #Photography #Competition (opens in a new window)

norwichuniarts Warning: this carousel contains twinkly lights, cosy vibes and at least 20 festive reasons to fall in love with Norwich at Christmas 🎄✨ From sparkling streets to winter wanders through the market and the Royal Arcade, consider this your annual reminder that Norwich goes all out for the holidays. 📸 @chrisrobots #IsItNearlyChristmas #Christmas #Festive #Norwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #WeAreNorwich (opens in a new window)