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Evening, daytime and weekend courses during term time
Daytime courses in July and August
Evening, weekend and summer courses for beginners, improvers and professionals. Whether you're a designer, an artist, a marketer, or just searching for a new challenge, come and be inspired.
Maybe you’re looking to take your first steps in something brand new; maybe you want to upskill an existing talent, or supercharge your CV for a change of career. Whatever your plan, browse NTU's creative short courses and embark on a new learning adventure. NTU's subject areas include:
Architecture and Interior Design
Photography, Film and Television
Product Design and Furniture Making
If you're interested in a summer course and looking for a residential option, NTU offer accommodation on campus.
If you have any questions, contact NTU by email: creativeshortcourses@ntu.ac.uk or phone: +44 (0)115 848 2813 between 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday.
Course fees vary in price. Please see the individual course pages on NTU's website.
| Creative Short Courses (1 Oct 2025 - 31 Aug 2026) |
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* Courses run in the evenings, daytime and weekends during term time, and during the daytime in July and August.
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