New Zealand

Academic requirements

Undergraduate courses

Integrated Foundation Year (Year 0)	Undergraduate course (Year 1 entry)
Successful completion of the University Entrance Certificate and NCEA Level 3 qualification.	Successful completion of the University Entrance Certificate and NCEA Level 3 qualification, with at least two subjects at Level 3 standard with a Merit or Excellent grade.

For students studying the UK or US curriculum, please visit our academic requirements page and US country page.

Advanced entry

If you have undertaken university-level study or hold an RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent, for example Advanced Diploma, Higher Diploma, or Associate Degree, you may be eligible for advanced entry into Year 2.

This will depend on your academic qualification and your portfolio of creative work. You must indicate on your application that you are applying for advanced entry and provide certificates attesting to your previous study.

If you want to discuss your application further, or to confirm whether your qualification meets our requirements for advanced entry, please email ioadmissions@norwichuni.ac.uk.

Postgraduate courses

Applicants for postgraduate study should achieve a BA (Hons) or BSc Degree with a 2:1 or equivalent (between 60-70% depending on the country) for entry into our postgraduate programmes.

For other academic qualifications, please contact our international team.

Contact International Team

Scholarships and discounts

We offer a range of scholarships designed to support talented international students in pursuing their creative ambitions.

Our scholarships range from £1,500 to £10,000. They recognise academic excellence, creative potential and your commitment to joining our vibrant artistic community. These opportunities are designed to make studying with us more accessible and rewarding.

Learn more about our scholarships and discounts and how to apply on our international fees and scholarships page.

International Fees and Scholarships