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The perfect Crime (Fiction degree): UEA celebrates a decade of creative writing success

This year marks a thriller of a decade for the University of East Anglia (UEA) as it celebrates 10 years of its MA in Crime Fiction – the first creative writing course of its kind in the UK.

UEA in world top 100 in global sustainability rankings

The University of East Anglia (UEA) has improved its overall score in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026, released today (18 November).

Norwich creator wins at the UK and Ireland TikTok Awards

A University of East Anglia graduate has scooped an official TikTok award for his educational social media posts.

UEA researchers named among world’s most influential for 2025

Six researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have been named in the annual Highly Cited Researchers list for 2025.

House of Lords event highlight realities of mental health crisis in UK agriculture

Policymakers, health and agricultural leaders came face-to-face with the realities of the mental health crisis in UK farming during an event at the House of Lords this week.

Aviva and UEA collaborate to create civic and community impact

Aviva signs UEA's Civic Charter, marking a new chapter in collaboration for beneficial community impact.

Genetic rescue can work even under imperfect conditions, study finds

New research by scientists at the University of East Anglia (UEA) suggests that matching environmental adaptations during genetic rescue of endangered species offers the best outcomes, but it is not always required for successful conservation.

Fossil fuel CO2 emissions hit record high in 2025

Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are projected to rise by 1.1% in 2025 -reaching a record high, according to new research by the Global Carbon Project.

New book reveals evolution of Santa Claus legend

A new book by an academic at the University of East Anglia (UEA) offers readers a rare glimpse into the literary and artistic origins of one of the most beloved figures in popular culture.

Experts find £90K “sweet spot” for crowdfunding success

A new study led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) reveals what drives investors to put their money behind business start-ups.

Treasures from UEA's Lee Child archive displayed in new exhibition

Items from the British Archive for Contemporary Writing at UEA have gone on display in Birmingham this week as part of a celebration of world-renowned crime writer, Lee Child.

Q&A with Dr Jessica Sharkey: The legend of Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night

As the nation gears up for the dramatic finale of The Traitors UK tonight, Dr Jessica Sharkey from the School of History and Art History at UEA, answers some questions on the history of Guy Fawkes - the man whose name has become synonymous with treason.

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