Research and Knowledge Exchange at Norwich University of the Arts aims to transform and enrich lives.
Building sustainable, inclusive futures
We work to ensure sustainable futures and to support inclusive communities by addressing real-world issues locally, nationally and globally. We believe that by working together, we can make great things happen. We are committed to finding real-life solutions to the world’s most challenging problems.
ResearchatNorwich
Discover how our researchers shape the world, improve lives and enable business and industry to compete more successfully.
Our research and knowledge exchange community
We are a vibrant community of practitioners, theorists, and historians, who bring together creative teams from diverse backgrounds to work on tackling global challenges.
We are a vibrant community of practitioners, theorists, and historians, who bring together creative teams from diverse backgrounds to work on tackling global challenges.
Meet the team
Research and Knowledge Exchange at Norwich is facilitated by a core team of academics, facilitators, curators and researchers.
Knowledge Exchange at Norwich is all about shaping our world. Our approach springs from the idea that creative and design thinking can change the world for the better.
East Gallery is a city centre public art space showcasing a programme of exhibitions by internationally recognised artists, curators, and design practitioners
Spanning from 1842 until present day, Norwich University’s Art Collection and archives contains a vast wealth of artwork from staff, students, and graduates alike, and documents showing the history of the university.
We connect and apply experimental creative thinking and design process to scientific or industrial challenges. We are particularly interested in working with you on ideas that will promote creative industries globally.
Start your research journey in a supportive and creative environment at Norwich University of the Arts. We encourage applications for practice-based and/or written research degrees in arts, design and media disciplines.
Shape Shift: Reflections on Art in Mental Health Settings
Research •
A groundbreaking new exhibition, Shape Shift: Reflections on Art in Mental Health Settings, created in partnership with Norwich University of the Arts, will open at The Fitzrovia Chapel on Thursday, 13 March 2025.
In conversation with Cassie Muskett, BA (Hons) Graphic Communication
BA (Hons) Graphic Communication •
Cassie Muskett has been selected for the Chaos Design Bursary Award. She secured a two-week paid internship, along with a generous £800 bursary. We spoke to Cassie about her internship experience.
Retirement Announcement: Professor Simon Ofield-Kerr
Institution •
After dedicating his career to higher education in the creative arts, Professor Simon Ofield-Kerr, Vice Chancellor of Norwich University of the Arts, has announced his decision to retire in 12 months time.
We welcome enquiries about applied and collaborative activities and opportunities. If you are interested in working with us, or would like further information about our research and researchers, please contact us.
