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Design & Digital Marketing at The Northern School of Art - UCAS

Course summary

Digital designer, art director, visual communicator, content creator, social media manager, creative advertiser. We believe in shaping visionary digital creatives ready to challenge conventions and inspire change. On this programme you will explore branding, campaign design, social media marketing, content creation, motion graphics, digital advertising, app development and product enterprise. You will be provided with the techniques to build skills in problem-solving, consumer-driven strategy, digital campaigns and social media platforms. You will master tools and techniques that drive modern marketing. The Design & Digital Marketing programme works closely with the Graphic Design programme, in a dynamic, studio environment. Our approach nurtures creativity and innovation, pushing boundaries through cutting-edge design and experimentation. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, industry-standard software, and hands-on mentoring, you’ll create impactful work from day one. Regular live projects, industry speakers, and competition opportunities will enrich your experience, while collaborations and placements build your network and practical expertise. Graduating as part of our supportive creative community, you’ll have the skills, confidence, and portfolio to stand out in the fast-paced world of digital design and marketing.

Modules

In your first year (Level Four) you will explore:

  • Creative Processes and Experimentation
  • Conceptual Advertising
  • Creative Thinking
  • Visual Communication
  • Design Impact
In your second year (Level Five) you will develop:
  • Advanced Digital Production
  • Advertising Communications
  • Design Innovation
  • Future Industries
In your third year (Level Six) you will produce:
  • Project Research and Preparation
  • Dissertation Report
  • Final Major Project
- Final Show and Portfolio

Assessment method

In course assessment. Each module is assessed upon completion and given a percentage mark.


How to apply

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

Application codes

Course code:
W213
Institution code:
C71
Campus name:
The Northern School of Art
Campus code:
H

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

International applicants

We do not currently accept students from outside of the UK. However, we can accept applications from those have evidence of pre-settled status to live, work and study in the UK. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Your potential is our main focus when assessing your suitability for the programme you have applied to. Because of this, we take into account all aspects of your application and not just your academic profile. If you are a mature applicant (i.e. 21+ years), we will place more emphasis on your portfolio and the skills and experience you can demonstrate at interview. Your portfolio, which you bring to interview, is an integral part of the assessment. It should demonstrate your current skills, interests and knowledge where appropriate. It is also expected that you will bring evidence of written work to interview and/or have a Level 2 qualification in English/Literacy.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/

Additional entry requirements

Interview

https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/

Portfolio

https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/


Student Outcomes

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65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

As with most creative programmes delivered at higher education, this programme will have additional costs such as material and basic tools and contribution towards educational visits to ensure successful completion of the programme. The School offers financial support packages to help with this, whether this be through means-tested bursaries and/or grants. In addition, the School offers subsidised resale of course materials, free use of studios etc. More detailed information is provided at the interview stage; however, if you require this sooner please contact [email protected]
Design & Digital Marketing at The Northern School of Art - UCAS