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We take pride in offering an experience and creating a community that you can be proud to be a part of. Here are some of our latest achievements.
Awarded by the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Awarded by the Times and Sunday Times 2022
Awarded by Daily Mail University Guide 2025
Highly ranked by the Complete University Guide 2024
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Institution •
The kinetic installation, which transforms the sounds of Norwich into a daily light sequence, was commissioned in 2024 as a temporary intervention for the University’s historic Bank Plain building.
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts acquires Mechanism by artist Andrew Kearney
Cost of living support •
We are proud of the measures we introduced over the last few years and want to continue many of them in 2025/26 to ensure this support remains in place.
Student news •
Open to Norwich students, the course will explore ecological approaches to design through hands-on learning and immersive study in nature.
BA Marketing •
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the world’s leading professional body for marketing, has awarded Accredited Degree status to Norwich University of the Arts' newly launched BA (Hons) Marketing course.
Read more about Norwich Secures CIM Accreditation for new Marketing Degree
Alumni •
Norwich University of the Arts is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Lady Rachel Cooper OBE, a valued member of the University’s Governing Body since 2018 and a distinguished leader in design research, innovation, and policy.
Read more about In Memory of Professor Lady Rachel Cooper OBE
Institution •
Norwich University of the Arts has officially opened Phase Two of its ambitious redevelopment at 20 Bank Plain — a landmark Grade II listed building in the heart of Norwich.
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts opens Phase Two of landmark Bank Plain building
Graduation •
Five leading figures from the fields of design, fashion, games and the visual arts will be awarded Honorary Professorships at the University’s graduation ceremonies next week.
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts announces five new Honorary Professors
Alumni •
Toby Hills, Senior Technician – Immersive & Virtual Production at Norwich University of the Arts, has been named Best Newcomer and awarded a prestigious Papin Prize during the UK Higher Education Technicians Summit (HETS) 2025 held this week.
Read more about Toby Hills Wins Prestigious Papin Prize at HETS 2025
Alumni •
Norwich University of the Arts is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Ben Stopher as its next Vice-Chancellor.
Read more about Professor Ben Stopher appointed next Vice-Chancellor
BA Animation •
This summer saw the launch of the University’s new Sustainability Awards, alongside nominations for Norwich students for a range of high-profile industry awards.
Read more about Celebrating award-winning student work at our Undergrad Festival – and beyond
BA Graphic Communication •
Norwich students were awarded a total of five pencils at this year’s D&AD New Blood Awards, which showcase recent graduate work across design, advertising and craft.
Read more about Norwich students win at D&AD New Blood Awards 2025
International •
Gresham Global will act as the University’s official representative in India, widening access to world-class creative education.
Institution •
Dr Ellie Nixon and Dr Kirk Woolford have been recognised for their significant contributions to knowledge and high levels of academic achievement.
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts recognises two new professors
Alumni •
Read more about Norwich lecturer celebrates world premiere of new film Chicken Town
Alumni •
Norwich University of the Arts has been ranked among the UK's top two specialist creative arts universities — and the highest outside London — in the 2026 edition of The Complete University Guide
Read more about Norwich University of the Arts moves up 25 places in The Complete University Guide
East Gallery •
We are delighted to offer two opportunities to join the University as an East Gallery Fellow – Creative Practice, for twelve months from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026
East Gallery is a city centre public art space showcasing a programme of exhibitions by internationally recognised artists, curators, and design practitioners.
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Our award-winning campus combines historic buildings with modern and innovative spaces.
“Norwich University of Arts is a truly incredible environment to foster and nurture creativity.”
“Being in a design studio is a great experience. You’re working on different aspects of the same project, and you also get to learn from each other.”
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Degree Shows • 5 September – 9 September
Norwich’s Master’s graduates present their end-of-year shows, with a 5-day exhibition this September.
East Gallery • 12pm – 4pm 12 September – 13 December
Anna Perach's practice subverts conventional notions of softness and femininity.
Screening • 27 September – 5 October
Join us for an inspiring and creative programme of talks, hands-on workshops and film screenings, as we celebrate Sustainable Fashion Week 2025.
Workshops • 13 October – 13 December
Explore queerness and LGBTQ+ identities through practical workshops, before showcasing your final piece in an online showcase.
norwichuniarts This is Norwich University of the Arts – and we can’t wait to welcome you this September! 🎉 If you’re still looking for your dream degree course, we still have spaces available through Clearing, from Esports and Animation to Marketing and Architecture. So whether you’ve just decided to go to university, are thinking of changing direction, or don’t quite get the results you need, it’s not too late to start your journey with us in 2025. Want to get in touch? Call us on +44 (0) 1603 751 485 Or visit the link in bio to find out more about applying through Clearing. #Clearing2025 #Clearing #ALevelResultsDay #WeAreNorwich #StudyInNorwich
norwichuniarts Plan your visit! London-based artist @anna_perach brings A Leap of Sympathy to @eastgallery_norwichuni – a bold exhibition exploring femininity, folklore and the politics of craft. 🗓️ 12 September – 13 December 📍 East Gallery, Norwich Through traditional tufting techniques, Anna creates sculptural forms that reclaim domestic materials and challenge patriarchal ideas of softness, identity and the female body. Don’t miss this powerful and thought-provoking exploration. 📸 Anna Perach: A Leap of Sympathy. Photo courtesy of @richardsaltoungallery #ALeapOfSympathy #EastGallery #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts
norwichuniarts ✨ From the catwalks of Graduate Fashion Week to the buzz of our Undergrad Festival, summer at Norwich University of the Arts has been overflowing with creativity! We’ve cheered for our graduating students, celebrated together at Pride, brought creative workshops to our favourite festivals and soaked up the sun in our beautiful city 🌞 Want to join the Arts University of the Year*? We’ve still got Clearing spaces available. Apply now via the link in bio or call us on +44 (0) 1603 751 485. *Daily Mail University Guide #Clearing #Clearing2025 #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #ALevelResultsDay #UKUniversity #SummerRecap
norwichuniarts Mechanism makes its home at Norwich University 🎉 Suspended in the heart of our Bank Plain building, Mechanism – by acclaimed artist @andrew_kearney_artist – is a kinetic light installation that turns Norwich’s city sounds into a daily light sequence. Now, thanks to support from @artfund, Mechanism will be joining our permanent collection, with plans for it to be publicly displayed following the next phase of Bank Plain’s transformation. Read more about the news in our link in bio. #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #Mechanism #AndrewKearney #ArtFund #KineticArt #NorwichArts
norwichuniarts Throwback to… Earlier this summer, when our Illustration graduates headed to one of the UK’s biggest design showcases: New Designers at @bdclondon. Now we’re sharing a look at what makes @norwichuni_illustration so special: bold ideas, powerful storytelling and real connections to the creative industries. Find out more about what our courses have to offer at the link in bio. #Illustration #NewDesigners2025 #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #DesignShowcase #CreativeCareers #StudyInNorwich #Clearing2025 #ComeWithUs
norwichuniarts We’re celebrating the end of an amazing two weeks, which saw us welcome students and educators to our city-centre campus for our 2025 International Summer School programme. Our visiting students rounded off a busy itinerary of city tours, hands-on workshops and creative projects with a brilliant final exhibition, showcasing their achievements from their time with us. A huge thank you to everyone who made it such a great experience! 🎥 @filmkinetics #InternationalSummerSchool #StudyInNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts
norwichuniarts Thinking about signing up for an Open Day? We think visiting us is one of the best ways to discover what makes life and learning at Norwich so unique! Sign up now to secure your place on our September or October dates. You’ll get to explore our city-centre campus, dive into the details of your dream course, and start picturing your future here. ✨ There’s no better time to start planning your creative journey. 📅 Book now for 26 September | 15 October | 25 October | 31 October via the link in bio. #OpenDay #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts #OpenDay2025 #CreativeEducation #UniversityLife #ApplicantJourney
norwichuniarts 🧪 Don’t miss the final session of our 2025 Summer Schools Series – Illustrating Human Stories, Influenced by Science. Designed for students aged 14 – 19, this creative workshop will explore some of the award-winning work of freelance illustrator @olliehirstillustration. Working with Ollie, you’ll gain the tools to explore your own concepts for real client briefs in the world of science, health and tech. 📆 Wednesday 27 August ⏰ 3 – 4:30 pm 📍 Online It’s free to attend and open to all experience levels. Book your place now via the link in bio. #SummerSchools2025 #CreativeFuture #WeAreNorwich #NorwichUniversityOfTheArts