
Summer School
Get ready to explore a diverse range of creative fields, from architecture to illustration, film to fashion. There’s something for everyone, so don’t miss out.
Upcoming workshops
Date | Workshop |
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Wednesday 23 July | 10.00 – 11.30am | A Picture Paints a Thousand Words |
Wednesday 30 July | 3.00 – 4.30pm | Amplify Your Look: Ideas into Accessory Design |
Wednesday 6 August | 10.00 – 11.30am | Mastering the Basics of Architectural Drawing |
Wednesday 13 August | 3.00 – 4.30pm | Actor with a Pencil |
Wednesday 20 August | 10.00 – 11.30am | Beyond the Label: Neurodiversity and Career Empowerment |
Wednesday 27 August | 3.00 – 4.30pm | Illustrating Human Stories, Influenced by Science |
Please note that timings are in British Summer Time (BST). Check the time difference with your country.
For more information please call 01603 756280.
Book your placeCertificate of Attendance
Participating in the Summer School series is an ideal opportunity to enhance your personal statements and showcase your freshly acquired skills in a vibrant creative portfolio.
As part of the series, we’ll be giving you an official digital certificate of attendance that you can proudly feature in your portfolio.
To receive your official Norwich Summer School certificate, you will need to;
- Attend a minimum of 3 workshops from the series, or watch the recorded workshops
- Submit outcomes from 3 workshops
- Deadline for submission is September 30
FAQs
How do I join the workshop?
Once you have booked your place on the workshop(s) you wish to join, a confirmation email will be sent out with links and information on how to join the event.
What age is the workshop series for?
These events are for students aged 14+ (those who turn 14 by 1 September 2024).
What do I need to do to get my certificate?
You will need to attend a minimum of 3 of the 6 workshops to be able to receive the official certificate of attendance. We are also asking for you to submit outcomes from 3 workshops that you have attended or watched recordings of.
How will I receive my certificate?
We will be providing a digital certificate to you after the final event has finished.
Will I receive a recording of the workshop if I am unable to attend?
We will be recording all workshops and making them available to those who book to attend. We would therefore suggest you book your place on the events you are interested in attending even if you can no longer join closer to the day.
Is there a risk assessment and safeguarding in place for this series?
We are happy to share our risk assessment and safeguarding information with you. Please email us at studentrecruitment@norwichuni.ac.uk for more information.
Terms and Conditions
End of Series feedback competition: Terms and Conditions
Introduction
By participating in the competition you are agreeing to these competition terms and conditions. The competition is being run by Norwich University of the Arts.
Eligibility to Enter
The competition is open to entrants who are 14 years and older. Only UK based students aged 14-19 are eligible for the prize draw.
By entering the competition, you confirm that you are eligible to do so and that you are eligible to receive any prizes that may be awarded to you.
There is a limit of one entry per person and the competition is completely free to enter.
Norwich University of the Arts employees and associates are excluded from the draw.
The Prize
The winning prize will be a £75 Love to Shop Voucher The use of specific brands as prizes as featured on www.love2shop.co.uk does not imply any affiliation with, or endorsement of, such brands.
The prize is non-transferable and non-exchangeable, and no cash alternatives will be provided.
We reserve the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if circumstances beyond our control require doing so.
Norwich University of the Arts’ decision on any aspect of the competition is final and binding, and no correspondence will be entered into about it.
Delivery of the Prize
The winner will allow 14 days for the prize to be delivered, otherwise alternative collection or delivery arrangements can be made through mutual agreement.
Winner Announcement
The winner will be chosen at random and notified via the email address provided by Friday 26 September, 2025.
Norwich University of the Arts will make two attempts to contact the winner via email.
If the winner does not respond to the emails informing them of their win within 14 days of the second email, they forfeit their right to the prize, and Norwich University of the Arts reserves the right to select and notify a new winner.
Data Protection and Publicity
All entrants may request information on the winning participant by emailing student.recruitment@norwichuni.ac.uk.
If requested by Norwich University of the Arts the winner agrees to release their first name and place of education to any other competition participants.
The winner’s first name and school or college may be announced on Norwich University of the Arts social media channels.
Limitation of Liability
Norwich University of the Arts accepts no liability for any damage, loss, injury, or disappointment suffered by any entrants as a result of participating in the competition or being selected for a prize.
General
Norwich University of the Arts reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to cancel the competition or amend these terms and conditions.
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