Norwich University of the Arts

Located in the vibrant student city of Norwich, Norwich University of the Arts is the only specialist arts university to have been awarded triple gold (the highest accolade possible) in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (2023) and recently voted the UK’s top creative arts university outside London (Complete University Guide 2026).

Courses range across Art and Design, Fashion, Film and Music, Acting, Business, Psychology, Marketing and Computing, all designed to build real-world skills. With hands-on, project-based learning and no exams. Career preparation lies at the heart of all our courses through award-winning careers advice, live industry briefs, projects with industry partners, networking events, visiting professionals and accreditation. You’ll develop a creative mindset and start your career with the skills employers value most.

We are a campus full of creative thinkers and innovation. With a diverse community of over 3000 students the university is big enough to experience new things but small enough to know your name. Our campus, at the heart of one of the UK’s most inspiring cities, is home to a progressive community that values diversity, ambition and curiosity. Here, you’ll be surrounded by people who share your drive to learn, invent and imagine. Whether exploring new technologies, shaping ventures or advancing research into human behaviour, you’ll be supported to grow intellectually and personally.

The university's alumni network includes Turner Prize nominee Glenn Brown, Batman comic artist Brian Bolland, Monty Python writer Neil Innes, BAFTA winners, Graduate Fashion Week winners, and D&AD Pencils.

Make it Norwich

We’d love to meet you

Our Open Days are the perfect way to speak to our academics, current students, and discover what being a Norwich University of the Arts student is really like. We open bookings a minimum of two months prior to each event. View our event listings at the bottom of this page for the next Open Day.

Campus Tours

Joining us on campus for a tour of our facilities is a great way to find out about life in our creative community. You’ll have the chance to meet current students, and we will aim to match you with a student from your course of interest where possible. See the events at the bottom of the page to book.

On-demand event

Watch pre-recorded course and information talks to learn more about your course of interest, as well as portfolio advice, support and wellbeing, accommodation, career support, and much more. Click here to find out more.

Information for schools and colleges

Norwich University of the Arts works closely with teachers and advisers to champion and nurture creativity both within the UK and internationally.

Join our mailing list to stay up to date with events and activities.

Bespoke Sessions and Workshops

We offer a wide range of bespoke and exclusive sessions for schools and colleges on request, including critique workshops, application and portfolio advice, and more. You can book via the section below or email us at [email protected] .

Workshop worksheets, videos and other useful resources

We have a wide range of worksheets, videos, and resources available for download and use in the classroom or for CPD. These include materials from our Summer School workshops and Teacher, Technician, and Adviser sessions.

To view the full list of available resources, follow this link .

Network of East Anglian Art Teachers (NEAAT)

The Network of East Anglian Art Teachers is a group of educators working together, with support from Norwich, to celebrate, support, and promote art in schools.

The network believes the arts are vital in our region and that art teachers benefit from being part of an empowering and enriching community of fellow educators.

Find out more on their Facebook page .

Get in touch

If you are interested in any of the above, or activities not listed, please get in touch at [email protected] .