Norwich University of the Arts Unveils New Partnership with London School of Design and Marketing

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in broadening access to high-quality, innovative education within the creative industries.

As the validating body for this partnership, Norwich University of the Arts draws upon nearly 180 years of high-quality education, maintaining its long-standing tradition of excellence in creative subjects. Norwich is a leading University for the creative industries in the United Kingdom, achieving a prestigious Triple Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and more recently being named “Arts University of the Year 2025” by the Daily Mail.

The London School of Design and Marketing (LSDM) is an institution dedicated to delivering creative and business-focused education for students and professionals worldwide. Offering a diverse curriculum, including the new Master’s programs validated by Norwich University of the Arts—MA Digital & Tech Marketing and MA UX Design—LSDM is reshaping the educational landscape with an innovative approach. By integrating digital technologies with practical industry insights, LSDM addresses the needs of modern learners, providing high-quality, accessible education that empowers students to advance their careers in an evolving market.

Professor Simon Ofield-Kerr, Vice-Chancellor of Norwich University of the Arts, said:

“Norwich University of the Arts offer a holistic educational experience that empowers students in their intellectual and personal development, instilling confidence, resilience, and creative thinking. Our commitment is to provide practice-based courses highly valued by the creative industries, allowing our students the freedom to cultivate their skills and pursue their passions.

Through this partnership, we are excited to expand our transformative educational offerings, equipping students for success in the dynamic and evolving landscape of the creative industries.”

Carlos Sá, Executive Director of LSDM – London School of Design and Marketing, said:

“This partnership with Norwich University of the Arts marks a significant milestone for LSDM and for our community of students, who are the professionals of the future. By combining our expertise in digital education with Norwich’s academic excellence, we are creating new learning opportunities that not only meet the current demands of the market but also anticipate the future of education in design and marketing.”