Norwich University of the Arts is a small specialist arts university in the medieval centre of Norwich, in East Anglia. It teaches fine art, graphic design, animation, games, architecture, fashion and film in studio-based courses. Its buildings are spread along the River Wensum in the old city.
Norwich, United Kingdom
Official website: nua.ac.uk
1845 as the Norwich School of Art
Specialist arts, design and media university
Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework
£16,000 – £19,000
International students, undergraduate and taught Master's
£10,000 – £12,500
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on nua.ac.uk before you apply.
BA Graphic Design
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
BA Animation
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
BA Games Art and Design
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
MA Communication Design
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
Studios in historic buildings in Norwich's old city.
Small, specialist arts community.
Gold-rated teaching.
Graduates work as designers, animators, game artists and architects.
Many alumni freelance or start studios.
Graduates can stay in the UK for two years on the Graduate visa.
Undergrad
14 Jan 2027
Postgrad
Rolling
The university's buildings sit along the River Wensum in the city centre.
Norwich is a historic, affordable city with a cathedral and castle. London is about two hours by train.
CAS from Norwich University of the Arts
Proof of funds for fees and living costs
English test at B2 level or above
TB test certificate, if required
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
Valid passport with blank pages
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS by 14 January 2027, followed by a portfolio review. Master's applications are rolling.
Courses start in September.
The Student route visa. Your CAS comes from Norwich University of the Arts after you meet your offer conditions and pay the deposit; the online application needs proof of funds, your English result and the health surcharge.
Graphic design, animation, games art and communication design are popular. Entry depends mainly on your portfolio, with IELTS 6.0-6.5.
The university offers some international scholarships. Check its funding pages.
