Norwich University of the Arts

Norwich University of the Arts is a leading specialist creative university in the UK, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses that are 100% project-based. From Art, Design, Fashion, Film, Performing Arts, Spatial Design and Computer Arts to Business, Marketing, Psychology and Technology, our courses are designed to help you build the skills, confidence and portfolio to launch a successful global career. 

Our Partnership with the Royal College of Art

From September 2027, Norwich University of the Arts offers the world’s only current opportunity to study for undergraduate degrees jointly awarded with the Royal College of Art (RCA). For 12 consecutive years, the RCA has been ranked the world’s number one art and design university by the respected QS rankings.

Norwich delivers the undergraduate programmes in Norwich, including teaching. The Royal College of Art contributes to their governance, quality assurance and development, and provides defined engagement and enhancement activities, such as masterclasses, portfolio critiques and RCA Graduate Show visits, which are built into the curriculum across all three years of study.

Why study at Norwich

Norwich University of the Arts has been named Specialist University of the Year 2027 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide. We are the only creative arts university in the UK to hold a triple Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), recognising the quality of our teaching, student experience and student outcomes. Our five-star QS ratings for teaching, facilities, good governance, and equality, diversity and inclusion, together with four-star ratings for Research and Innovation, and Employability and Outcomes, reflect our commitment to excellence across everything we do.

Learn by doing

At Norwich University of the Arts, learning is hands-on and practical. You’ll work on real-world projects guided by expert course teams with extensive industry experience and professional networks. This approach ensures you graduate with strong creative thinking and critical skills that all employers value.

Careers and employability

Our graduates go on to successful careers around the world, working in range of creative and cultural industries, including fashion, design, advertising, film, media, UX, games, and digital technology. From day one - and for as long as you need after graduation - you’ll have access to careers, employability and business support through our specialist careers service.

Our campus

Norwich University of the Arts is located in the heart of the historic city of Norwich. Our campus spans 12 buildings within the city’s creative quarter, combining industry-standard studios, workshops and digital labs with inspiring historic architecture. 

Guaranteed accommodation

Accommodation is guaranteed to all new undergraduate students that have Norwich as their firm choice with UCAS and apply for a room before our priority deadline, which will be advised when applications open. 

Norwich: a Top Student City

Voted the best place to live in the UK in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2026, Norwich is a vibrant, welcoming and safe city with a strong creative identity. It has a lively music and cultural scene, six theatres, independent galleries and shops, a permanent six-day market, and a compact, walkable city centre. Beyond the city, Norfolk offers beautiful countryside and a stunning coastline - perfect for inspiration and exploration.

How to apply
To find out more about how to apply for a course at Norwich, talk to our Student Recruitment Team by calling +44 (0) 1603 610561 or email: [email protected]