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Norwich University of the Arts

Norwich

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University of Lancashire

Preston · QS World #1001

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/8

Norwich University of the Arts

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

6/8

Lancashire

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Lancashire leads in 6 of 8 categories where both have data (established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Norwich University of the Arts is ahead on TEF, employment.

Norwich University of the Arts vs University of Lancashire at a glance

Norwich University of the Arts and University of Lancashire both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography and Games Design & Computer Animation. Norwich University of the Arts offers 134 courses across 14 subject areas; University of Lancashire offers 363 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,860 a year at Norwich University of the Arts and £17,330 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £1,530 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,000 a year at Norwich University of the Arts and £19,250 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £4,750 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Norwich University of the Arts is higher in 2 and University of Lancashire in 2, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Architecture: £19,000 three years after graduating from Norwich University of the Arts, against £24,500 from University of Lancashire. Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Lancashire is higher in 6 and Norwich University of the Arts in 5.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

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QS World
#1001
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THE World
#1001
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Guardian UK
#76
1845
Established
1828
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Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Norwich University of the Arts

University of Lancashire

81.8%
86.8%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£24,500
£28,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.7%
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

6.3%
20.5%

International

International student share

134
363

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
15

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Norwich University of the Arts

18 countries · 6.3% international

  • 🇺🇸United States20%
  • 🇮🇳India11.4%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong8.6%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore5.7%
  • 🇨🇳China2.9%
VS

Lancashire

74 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.3%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates9.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria8%
  • 🌐Nepal6.6%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.4%

Subjects

13 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

Norwich University of the Arts

University of Lancashire

Only at Norwich University of the Arts

Only at University of Lancashire

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

Norwich University of the Arts
£18,860
University of Lancashire
£17,330

University of Lancashire is about £1,530 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Norwich University of the Arts
£24,000
University of Lancashire
£19,250

University of Lancashire is about £4,750 a year cheaper.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

Norwich University of the Arts

University of Lancashire

  • Design & Fashion

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    89%Satisfaction97%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,000
    83%Satisfaction88%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    No dataSalary (3 years)£24,500
    70%Satisfaction81%

  • Computer Science

    No dataSalary (3 years)£24,500
    81%Satisfaction71%

  • Business & Management (General)

    No dataSalary (3 years)£21,500
    92%Satisfaction88%

  • Music

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    88%Satisfaction98%

  • Fine Art

    £16,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
    86%Satisfaction71%

  • Applied Computing

    No dataSalary (3 years)£24,500
    82%Satisfaction73%

  • Architecture

    £19,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    94%Satisfaction90%

  • Marketing

    No dataSalary (3 years)£22,500
    79%Satisfaction85%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£17,500
    88%Satisfaction99%

Scholarships for International Students

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Norwich University of the Arts

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University of Lancashire

Fee Waiver Scholarship for Sanctuary Seekers

100%

Deadline: N/A

Care-experienced and Estranged Student Graduation Bursary

£500

Deadline: N/A

Degree Apprentice Care Leaver Bursary

See details

Deadline: N/A

Estranged Student Support

See details

Deadline: N/A

Journalism Innovation and Leadership PGCert Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Norwich University of the Arts vs University of Lancashire: common questions

Is Norwich University of the Arts or University of Lancashire cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,860 a year at Norwich University of the Arts and £17,330 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £1,530 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,000 a year at Norwich University of the Arts and £19,250 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £4,750 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both Norwich University of the Arts and University of Lancashire?

Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Games Design & Computer Animation, Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Music, Fine Art, Applied Computing, Architecture, Marketing, Drama & Theatre, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and 1 more.

Is Norwich University of the Arts or University of Lancashire better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £19,500 three years after graduating from Norwich University of the Arts, and £19,500 from University of Lancashire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Norwich University of the Arts and 97% at University of Lancashire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Norwich University of the Arts or University of Lancashire offer more courses?

University of Lancashire lists 363 courses on CourseOptions and Norwich University of the Arts lists 134 courses.

What can you study at Norwich University of the Arts but not at University of Lancashire?

Norwich University of the Arts teaches 1 subject area that University of Lancashire does not, including Applied Psychology.

What can you study at University of Lancashire but not at Norwich University of the Arts?

University of Lancashire teaches 69 subject areas that Norwich University of the Arts does not, including Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Medicine, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Psychology (General), Social Work, Aerospace Engineering, Business Studies and 61 more.

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Norwich University of the Arts134 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Lancashire363 courses · 15 scholarshipsBrowse Courses