Design the Future: Seaborne Library Mural Competition

Leave Your Mark on Campus 

The University of Chester, in partnership with Adobe, is inviting all University of Chester students to take part in an exciting design competition to help shape a new visual feature at Exton Park. 

We are seeking creative designs for a mural that will surround the new Computer Science entrance to Seaborne Library. This is a unique opportunity to create artwork that could become a prominent long-term feature of Exton Park and be seen by thousands of students, staff and visitors. 

As an Adobe Creative Campus, the University of Chester is committed to helping students develop digital creativity, communication and design skills that support academic success and future employability. This competition showcases those values, encouraging students to use creative technologies to communicate ideas, solve problems and celebrate the impact of technology on our world. 

The Challenge 

Using Adobe Express, create an original mural design inspired by the theme: 

Computer Science: Shaping Our Digital Future 

Your design should explore the power and possibilities of computing and digital innovation. This could include themes such as: 

• Artificial Intelligence
• Programming and Software Development
• Cyber Security
• Robotics and Automation
• Gaming, Interactive and Immersive Technologies
• The Future of Computing 

We encourage creative interpretations of the theme and welcome designs that combine technical concepts with the human impact of technology. 

Training and guidance on using Adobe Express can be found on the Learn Adobe Express pages. 

How to Enter 

• Create your design using Adobe Express.
• Ensure your submission is your own original work.
• Share your Adobe Express project with adobecompetitions@chester.ac.uk setting sharing permissions as “Commenter”. 

Important Dates 

• Competition Opens: 14th September
• Submission Deadline: Friday 30th October
• Winner Announced: Before Friday 18th December 

Judging Panel 

Entries will be reviewed by representatives from: 

• Computer Science
• Chester Students' Union (CSU)
• Student Services
• Learning and Information Services (LIS)
• Estates Department
• Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions (MRA) 

What the Judges Will Be Looking For 

The judging panel will assess entries against the following criteria: 

• Originality and creativity
• Interpretation of the competition theme
• Interesting and effective use of the available space
• Visual impact and suitability for a large-scale mural
• Effective use of Adobe Express and creative techniques
• Overall quality of the design 

The Winning Design 

The winning entry will help shape the final mural installed at the Computer Science entrance in Seaborne Library. 

The mural project is being overseen by the University's Estates Department and forms part of ongoing improvements to spaces across the University. The winning design will be incorporated into the final mural, although it may be adapted to suit the scale, layout and practical requirements of the finished installation. 

This is your chance to contribute to a lasting feature of the University and showcase your creativity as part of our Adobe Creative Campus community. 

Adobe Express Computer Science Mural Competition - Terms and Conditions 

Competition Organiser

1.1 The competition is organised by the University of Chester in partnership with Adobe. 

1.2 The competition forms part of the University's Adobe Creative Campus activities and aims to celebrate student creativity, digital skills and innovation. 

Eligibility

2.1 The competition is open to all students registered at the University of Chester at the time of entry. 

2.2 Entries may be submitted by an individual or a team. Team entries must nominate a lead contact. 

2.3 Members of the judging panel and anyone directly involved in administering the competition may not enter. 

Competition Theme

3.1 Entries must address the theme: 

Computer Science: Shaping Our Digital Future 

3.2 Designs should reflect one or more aspects of computing, digital innovation, technology, creativity, problem solving or the future impact of technology on society. 

3.3 All submissions must be suitable for display in a public university environment. 

Design Requirements

4.1 Entries must be created using Adobe Express. 

4.2 Adobe Express templates, assets and AI-powered features may be used where permitted within Adobe Express. 

4.3 The submitted design must represent the entrant's original creative work. 

4.4 Entries must not contain material that: 

• Infringes copyright or intellectual property rights
• Is defamatory or offensive
• Contains inappropriate or discriminatory content
• Breaches any applicable law or University policy

Submission Process

5.1 Entries must be submitted by sharing the Adobe Express project with: adobecompetitions@chester.ac.uk 

5.2 Entries must be received before the published submission deadline. 

5.3 Late entries may not be considered. 

5.4 The University accepts no responsibility for entries not received due to technical issues. 

Judging

6.1 Entries will be judged by representatives from: 

• Computer Science
• Chester Students' Union (CSU)
• Student Services
• Learning and Information Services (LIS)
• Estates Department
• Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions (MRA) 

6.2 Judging will be based on: 

• Originality and creativity
• Interpretation of the theme
• Interesting and effective use of the available space
• Visual impact
• Effective use of Adobe Express
• Suitability for a large-scale mural environment
• Overall quality of the design 

6.3 The judging panel's decision is final. 

Winning Entry and Mural Installation

7.1 The winning design will be incorporated into a larger mural project surrounding the Computer Science entrance to Seaborne Library. 

7.2 The mural project is being overseen by the University's Estates Department. 

7.3 The final mural may not exactly replicate the submitted design. 

7.4 The University reserves the right to: 

• Adapt, resize or modify the winning design
• Combine elements from multiple submissions
• Make adjustments required for installation, accessibility, safety or aesthetic reasons 

7.5 Reasonable efforts will be made to recognise and credit the winning entrant(s). 

Intellectual Property

8.1 Entrants retain ownership of their original design. 

8.2 By entering the competition, entrants grant the University of Chester a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free licence to: 

• Display submitted designs
• Reproduce submitted designs
• Adapt designs for mural installation
• Use designs in promotional, marketing and educational materials relating to the competition and Adobe Creative Campus activities 

8.3 Entrants warrant that their submission is their own original work and does not infringe the rights of any third party. 

Publicity

9.1 The University may use the names, course titles, photographs and submitted artwork of entrants and winners in competition-related publicity. 

9.2 Winners may be invited to participate in media, promotional or celebratory activities associated with the competition. 

General

10.1 The University reserves the right to amend, suspend or cancel the competition where necessary. 

10.2 The University reserves the right to disqualify entries that do not comply with these Terms and Conditions. 

10.3 Entry into the competition constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. 

10.4 Submission Deadline: Friday 30th October 2026.