Overview

  • The University of East Anglia (UEA) is an internationally renowned university based on a campus that provides more than 15,000 students from more than 100 countries with world-class academic, social, and cultural facilities.
  • The university has been successful in the league tables for a long time and regularly ranks in the top 25, most recently ranked 25th in the Full University Guide 2021 by UEA. It is ranked among the world’s top 200 universities (Times Higher Education World Rankings 2021) and has ranked Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework for its teaching of the highest quality.
  • Surrounded by the English countryside, its beautiful campus offers a safe and friendly place to live and study with a welcoming and diverse community of international students.

History

The University of East Anglia, established in 1963, is a leading public research university located in the western part of Norwich. The campus is situated on 320 acres of parkland on the outskirts of the vibrant and historic city of Norwich. It is home to Norwich Research Park, one of Europe’s largest clusters of environmental, health, and plant science researchers.

UEA, including the first creative writing course in the UK, is well-known for various disciplines. It is also known for its cutting-edge research in environmental science. The University of East Anglia was ranked 10th in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework for the consistency of its research results (Times Higher REF Analysis 2014).

The university’s academic structure has been divided into 4 faculties, which constitute 26 schools of study. Each of these schools offers a plethora of degree programs in technology, medicine and health sciences, social sciences and arts, and humanities in various disciplines.

Ranking and Achievements

  • 27th in the Times University Guide 2023
  • 27th in the Guardian University Guide 2023
  • 342nd in the QS World University Rankings 2023
  • 187th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022

Research Excellence Framework (REF) evaluations placed 91% of UEA’s research in the “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” categories (REF2021). Regarding the quality of its research, it is among the best in the United Kingdom’s top 20*.

Faculties

  • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social Sciences

Courses

Student Statistics

  • Undergraduate – 74%
  • Postgraduate –26 %
  • Full-time students –89%
  • Part-time students –11%
  • UK students– 81%
  • EU students-4%
  • International students –15%
  • Female – 59%
  • Male –41%

The University of East Anglia fees

Fees for International students range from £16,100-19,400

Scholarships

University of East Anglia (UEA) offers a number of university-wide, subject-specific and specialist grants and scholarships for international students. Music and sports scholarships and bright spark scholarships are also available which reward the academic achievement and research project of a student.

Facilities & Services

The University of East Anglia spends considerable time and money in its support services for students. There is a dedicated team in place to offer support, advice and guidance to all students and to assist with study skills and one-to-one assistance, specialist support is also available.

For students with emotional, mental health or disabilities, Student Support Services provide professional advice. While at UEA, students can also use other advice programs, among other items, for money questions, housing problems and academic issues. UEA has a medical centre with specialist clinics for GP services. There is also a dental clinic and a pharmacy at the university.

Student Life

Norwich is a vibrant community, full of innovation, history, and culture. There is something for everyone, from thriving smaller businesses to big brands and high-street classics. Only 2 hours away from London, Norwich is a wonderful place to be a student. Bars and pubs, cafes, and restaurants are all numerous, and the city boasts over 1,500 historic buildings for students intrigued by history or architecture. Norwich is surrounded by Norfolk’s stunning East Anglian scenery for those looking to get into the great outdoors, and if it’s the big city’s hustle and bustle, London is just under two hours away by train.

The Students’ Union is essential to the University of East Anglia students’ lives. They provide professional advice and assistance, run many of the on-campus stores, bars, and nightclubs, and arrange entertainment, including Welcome Week and quizzes. 200 clubs and societies, open to all students, are also supervised. The SU also operates two famous on-campus and city music venues in Norwich, frequently hosting live music, club nights, and events.

Accommodation

New international students applying before the deadline, with many choices and more than 3,000 spaces, are guaranteed accommodation. Some of the highest value university accommodation in the UK is provided by the University of East Anglia, providing both en suite bedrooms and shared bathrooms, each with its own kitchen and dining area.

Students can select from a variety of accommodations, including en-suites, standard single rooms, standard twin rooms, family accommodations, two-bedroom apartments, and premier accommodations. Prices will differ depending on the type of room selected, but both rent and bills will be included.

Campus accommodation is built to make the most of university life for students, providing a great sense of community. Rooms are built around 200 hectares of natural parkland, and Norwich city center is just a 20-minute bus ride away.

SELF-CATERED Accommodation costs : £77- £164 per week

Transport

University of East Anglia’s campus is less than three miles from Norwich city centre, with plenty of transportation options to get to the city. By road, rail and air, UEA is easily reached. The International Airport of Norwich serves it well and is less than two hours from London by rail. Located on the city’s southwest side, just 15 minutes from the centre, the University of East Anglia is served by frequent bus services during the day and night. Norwich airport has connections to several major UK airports, which take only 10-15 minutes to reach the university campus upon arrival.

Location

UEA is a university set on 300 acres of undulating parkland approximately two miles from Norwich’s city center. The campus and surrounding grounds provide abundant green space, including parkland, woods, and the picturesque Broad Lake, making them ideal locations for study, exploration, and relaxation.

Getting to UEA by car, train, or plane is simple. Norwich International Airport is conveniently located nearby, and the rail ride to London takes less than two hours. Thousands of people go to the city every week for the shopping and nightlife. Buses often run all hours of the day and night to and from the city center to the University of East Anglia, which is situated in the southwest of the city. There are direct flights to Norwich Airport from many of the major UK airports, and from there, it is only a quick 10–15 minute drive to the university.

FAQ

Is University of East Anglia good for international students?

As a result, many international students consider us their top option. In addition to having rigorous academic requirements and awarding merit-based scholarships to deserving students, our campus is also a welcoming, friendly, and fun learning environment.

Is University of East Anglia hard to get into?

The Acceptance rate of University of East Anglia (UEA) is- 77.7%

Is UK education system good?

UK education is well-regarded worldwide, and UK universities are among the world’s best. State-funded, private, and international universities allow students to choose the best fit. UK universities are accredited and regulated, ensuring excellence. The UK education system is typically good and provides high-quality education to students.

What is the University of East Anglia famous for?

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is an internationally renowned university on a campus that provides more than 15,000 students from more than 100 countries with world-class academic, social and cultural facilities.

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