BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Norwich University of the Arts

Programme overview

This course is highly respected in the industry for its contemporary and ideas-led approach, with a focus on branding, identity design and sustainable planet-friendly packaging. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of design problems, including brand promotion, editorial design and digital design, with an emphasis on creating multi-channel brand worlds for a range of businesses including brand creation for the premium food and drink industry, and cultural organisations.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with Integrated Foundation Year; plus optional Level 5 Diploma year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core units: Creative Learning (40 credits), Explore and Experiment (80 credits). Year 2 core units: Global Contexts (80 credits), Directions (40 credits). Final Year core units: Research and Preparation (40 credits), Resolution and Career Development (80 credits). Options: optional Integrated Foundation Year, optional Level 5 Diploma year.

Career pathways

Our course provides a range of employment-focused tools, allowing you to develop a professional portfolio and gain a strong sense of your career aspirations. Typical career paths: Junior designer, Graphic designer, Packaging designer, Creative director, Branding designer, Editorial designer, Brand strategist, Copywriter, Marketing creative, Photographer, Website/app designer, Printmaker/printer, Teacher, University lecturer, Social media creator, Digital entrepreneur, Art director.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: 3 A-level qualifications at grades BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points) or above. Where candidates are not taking 3 A-levels, Norwich University of the Arts will consider combinations of A-level/AS-level and other Level 3 qualifications. BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit in an art, design or media related subject. IB Diploma: A minimum of 26 points. Most international students are required to hold an English language qualification. Applicants must have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall and no less than 5.5 in each component. UCAS code W210 (3 Year), W216 (4 Year); institution code N39.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK (home) full-time fee per year. Source

International applicants: GBP 28,500 a year (2027/28). Overseas full-time fee per year. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with Integrated Foundation Year; plus optional Level 5 Diploma year

Apply through the official page: https://norwichuni.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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