Quick Summary
Since 1963, University of East Anglia (UEA) has been one of United Kingdom's prominent public research universitys, based in Norwich. Ranked #332 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16872 students including 24% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Development Studies, Environmental Sciences, Creative Writing, it maintains an acceptance rate of 79%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-tier environmental science and creative writing programs set on a beautiful parkland campus within a historic city.
Subject Strengths
Development StudiesEnvironmental SciencesCreative WritingNursingPharmacy and Pharmacology
Founded1963
TypePublic Research University
Total Students16872
Intl Students24%
Faculty Ratio14.2
CampusParkland
Campus Size320 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNorfolk and Norwich University Hospital
AccreditationPrivy Council, AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, British Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#332
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251–300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, Postgraduate Research, Foundation, Continuing Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, Norwich Research Park, Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Privy Council, AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, British Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate79%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 31 (UCAS), June 30 (International)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on a strong personal statement that reflects your passion for the subject; for Creative Writing, the portfolio is critical.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£18,500/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£11,500/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£19,500/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£30,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, Postgraduate Research, Foundation, Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Writing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Development | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Environmental Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| MBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Norwich Research Park and local businesses
Industry Connections
BBCNHSAvivaTyndall CentreNorfolk County Council
Notable Alumni
Kazuo Ishiguro, Ian McEwan, Matt Smith, Anne Enright, Sir Robert Sainsbury
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Sportspark (Olympic-sized swimming pool, massive indoor sports halls)
Student Clubs
200+
Library Resources
24/7 Library with over 800,000 books and journals
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available