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Design & Digital Marketing

Course details
  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
The Northern School of Art

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

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

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 admissions@northernart.ac.uk for more information.

Open days

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

96 - 112 points
UCAS tariff points can be made up of a mixture of Level 3 qualifications.

A level

CCC - BBC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MMM - DMM

Access to HE Diploma

Successfully complete Access to HE Diploma

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Successfully complete Foundation Diploma

T Level

Pass (C and above)

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.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

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/

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Due to the creative nature of our programmes, we treat all applications on their own merit and welcome anyone who has the ability and aspirations to achieve at higher education. Applicants have the opportunity to demonstrate their potential to us by showing their portfolio at an interview. If you are predicted points below the stipulated range, or if you have any other qualifications or professional experience, please get in touch as we still may be able to consider you.

Learn more on the The Northern School of Art website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535Year 1
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 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 interviews@northernart.ac.uk

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