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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing
Norwich University of the Arts
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing course at Norwich University of the Arts.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,C,C
You may also need to
Submit a portfolio
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Norwich University of the Arts. These students are taking Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Fine Art | A |
| Graphics | A |
| Photography | A |
| Psychology | C |
| Textiles | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: W200
Here's what Norwich University of the Arts says about its Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing course.
OVERVIEW
BA (Hons) Design for Publishing at Norwich University of the Arts is a genuinely unique and specialist graphic design course in which you will develop an expertise for typography, page design and layout, super/spatial graphics, image creation and art-direction, as applied to all manner of printed and digital applications such as books, magazines, newspapers, journals, websites, etc.
There are almost no courses in the UK that offer such a clear focus in this area, which is why this course has a great reputation for producing uniquely trained graphic designers who can work in the publishing sector, and beyond it.
KEY FEATURES
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Share your first year with other graphics students, and continue to work alongside each other, allowing for a unique cross fertilisation of knowledge, skills and experience
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Develop skills in typography, printing, layout and page design, photography, design research, idea generation, visual narrative and story telling
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Learn about colour and ink, special print finishes, paper stocks, formats, binding methods, as well as design for screen applications
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Become adept at understanding and deciphering a brief, researching and generating ideas, problem-solving, developing the most successful concept, and executing and presenting the final work
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Create, source or commission image and text content
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Become familiar with researching a topic and searching for interesting and relevant insights with an eye foremost on content (both text and image based)
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Assess the qualities and merits of the ideas you have, allowing you to select and refine the best one
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Your timetable will be punctuated by regular industry talks from some of the highest profile designers, studios and agencies, anywhere in the world
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Participate in workshops and classes run by external professionals, undertake project briefs initiated and taught by designers from industry, and enter national and international design competitions judged by the design industry
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Engage with industry through portfolio reviews and surgeries, talks from practising alumni focused on portfolio development and employability, interview practice and graduate portfolio showcase events
DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE COMPUTING
The year-long Diploma in Creative Computing year takes place between Year 2 and 3 of the course and is designed to introduce you to creative computing and gain an understanding of how you can use coding skills to advance and complement your creative practice. You do not need any prior experience of coding to participate, just a curiosity about creative computing and a desire to push your own practice digitally.
YOUR FUTURE
Employability and careers are a constant theme through all the units on each year of the course. The most important of all these is the creation and on-going development of your portfolio. The course will provide teaching on how to prepare a portfolio in both digital, social and physical formats, backed-up by exemplars and supported by visiting professionals.
You will be asked to consider the design industry in terms of the sectors you wish to work in, and the potential roles that are available to you. You will have the opportunity to create a range of employment focused tools including a CV, email/covering letter and a career overview and strategy.
Students from Design for Publishing have been incredibly successful, receiving multiple awards from D&AD New Blood, the YCN Awards, the International Society of Typographic Designers, Penguin Student Awards and the Society of Publication Designers.
OUR STUDENTS’ WORK
Explore our online Graduate Showcase – celebrating the very best Norwich University of the Arts graduate work at?nuagradshowcase.com
Source: Norwich University of the Arts
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Communication Design
Location
Norwich University of the Arts | Norwich
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Graphic arts
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £18,000 per year (provisional) |
| International | £18,000 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
You can find more information about the content of the BA (Hons) Design for Publishing course at https://norwichuni.ac.uk/ba-hons-design-publishing/
How you will be assessed
The University assesses you through the coursework you produce as you complete each unit. Each unit will require you to present a portfolio of work which may include finished pieces of work, written work, your research, and a reflective journal which allows you to evaluate your learning and highlight your strengths and areas for further development. You can find out more information about our assessment methods at https://norwichuni.ac.uk/ba-hons-design-publishing/#assessment
Norwich University of the Arts student reviews
Showing 27 reviews
2nd year student
1 year ago
They will always do their very best to include you. There are many clubs to join, some you may have not even heard of before and want to get into. There is always something for everything and the people who run it will make sure it is known about. Their most recent focus has been litter-picking and ...
2nd year student
1 year ago
As an introvert, I have surprisingly nothing bad to say about city life. It prepares you for the real world as all kinds of people are most likely to come up to you on the street. Night life is a little more wary, particularly on weekends, however it is something that comes with no matter where you ...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Cost of living is getting more and more unbearable each year. My parents cannot afford to support me for another one to two grand for a house in the city, as they were already helping to support me with my food costs. I am planning on commuting to my university for third year and my tutors have been...
2nd year student
1 year ago
The university provides its own building for its support and welfare services which is very accessible and close to other buildings. I have personally not had a good time with support services. A lot of my stress during university life has come to around housing. I cannot afford to live in Norwich f...
2nd year student
1 year ago
The facilities are great to use and the university never cheaps out when it comes to tech, seating, etc. This helps when you want get work done for hours at a time, as they also provide a cafu00e9 to make sure you can get something to eat. Lunch breaks can be quite hectic, as the seating eareas will...
2nd year student
1 year ago
My tutors have been really supportive through my time at university so far. I receive important feedback to the work I create and I find myself constantly improving. You are always learning from your environment, your peers and through your own trial and errors. It is both exciting and scary to work...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Norwich University of the Arts
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Norwich University of the Arts students who took the Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
91%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
87%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
80%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
85%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
92%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
74%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
90%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
84%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
84%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
96%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
77%
med
Academic support
86%
low
Academic support
86%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
84%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
74%
med
Organisation and management
74%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
72%
med
How well organised is your course?
76%
med
Learning resources
90%
high
Learning resources
90%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
89%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
high
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
65%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
81%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Norwich University of the Arts. These students are taking Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Norwich University of the Arts graduates who took Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
63%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
91%
In work, study or other activity
61%
Say it fits with future plans
59%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
29%
Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
8%
Business and public service associate professionals
8%
Elementary occupations
7%
Design occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Norwich University of the Arts graduates who took Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£19.3k
First year after graduation
£21.9k
Third year after graduation
£24.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Design for Publishing with Diploma in Creative Computing.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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Norwich University of the Arts is a specialist creative arts university. The only one of it's kind to win TEF Gold. We strive for critical thinkers and creative pioneers. For students-to-be, an immersive experience awaits, where creative exchange will empower you to imagine and create. If you are looking for a creative, innovative arts education in one of the UK's most livable cities, Norwich University of the Arts might be just the place for you.
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