The Northern School of Art
Hartlepool, England
- TEF Gold
About The Northern School of Art
The Northern School of Art is a university located in Hartlepool, North East England. It holds the highest TEF rating — Gold — for outstanding teaching quality.
Northern School of Art currently lists 7 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 3 undergraduate and 4 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 94% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £22,500, rising to £19,700 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 86% and a continuation rate of 95%.
What is The Northern School of Art's Ranking in 2026?
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | Not Ranked in THE |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | No CUG Ranking Available |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
What Percentage of Graduates Get Jobs?
77.8% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
Salary Progression
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,500 | £20,700 | +9% |
| 3 years | £18,200 | £16,744 | +9% |
| 5 years | £19,700 | £18,124 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
How Satisfied Are Students?
Has an 82% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
How Many International Students Study Here?
No data available.
Courses at The Northern School of Art
Art, Culture & Curation
PostgraduateActing for Stage and Screen
UndergraduateAnimation
UndergraduateArts Practice
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