Why choose the Nottingham School of Art & Design?
- You’ll study in our industry-standard facilities, with the equipment, technology and materials you need to take your projects to the next level.
- We have close links to industry at local, national and international levels, enriching your student experience through live projects, inspirational guest lectures, placement opportunities and competitions.
- You will be able to personalise your studies by choosing from eight optional modules from a range of disciplines depending on your career aspirations and interests.
- You’ll have the opportunity to complete a work experience placement of up to a year in length. Dependent on the duration of your placement, you could gain an additional Diploma or Certificate in Professional Practice.
- Our courses offer you the opportunity to work collaboratively with students from a range of different art and design subjects and beyond. You’ll work on daring and creative projects that prepare you for a rewarding career in your chosen industry.
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Your course
Fashion
Our diverse range of courses are designed to create the fashion and textile designers, buyers, merchandisers, stylists, marketers and social media genius’ of the future.
Fine Art
Transform your artistic passion into a career by exploring the diverse range of modern fine art mediums available, all within a city renowned for its vibrant and inspiring creative community.
Design for Performance
Do you see yourself designing costumes for London’s West End or working behind the scenes on the next blockbuster? If the answer is yes, our design for stage and screen courses will open up a wide range of careers in this diverse field.
Media, Communications, Film and Television
Are you an inspiring creative with a passion for film, photography or television? Make your mark on one of society’s most powerful influencers with one of our diverse degree courses.
Visual Communication
Whether you aspire to a creative career in visual communications, we can help you explore a range of opportunities for an exciting future.
Take your next big step. Apply to NTU today.
Visit our online application guide to find out everything you need to know about applying to NTU through UCAS.
We are what we create
Explore our brand-new online showcase - 'We Are Creatives'. Celebrating the work of the Nottingham School of Art & Design's students, you will find a sneak peak of some of our student's work - giving you a real insight into what it's like to be part of the NTU creative community.
Space to create
We’re committed to helping you explore, expand and refine your craft, as you discover new creative horizons with some truly great tools, equipment and workspaces.
Nottingham - a hub of creativity
During your time in Nottingham, you can explore some of the best art galleries, gig venues, museums, and independent cinemas in the UK. Take a look at our guide to Nottingham to see what you can look forward to.
Take a virtual tour
Take a virtual tour of our City Campus where you will discover our facilities, where you’ll be studying and our accommodation services. Visit today to get a real insight in to what it’s like to study art and design at NTU.
Quality support and teaching
Our team of academics and technicians will be on-hand to help you with our specialist equipment.
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Application advice
There’s a lot to consider when applying for undergraduate study, and we’re here to help you make the right decision for your future.
School of Art & Design
We are the Nottingham School of Art & Design at Nottingham Trent University and we are what we create.
NTU accommodation
We have load of great residences all over Nottingham, providing accommodation for every taste – find out more.
Life at NTU
Located right in the heart of one of the UK’s most exciting cities. Nottingham is a very special place to live, work and create.