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UEA strengthens academic relations through new study scheme

The University of East Anglia has joined a major new initiative designed to boost cultural and academic exchange between students in China and the UK.

UEA expert contributes to global report on risks from water use in agrifood systems

An academic from UEA has contributed to a major global report on the chemical risks from water use in agrifood systems - with arsenic, lead and PFAS among those identified as posing a risk to human health.

City College Norwich signs UEA Civic Charter

City College Norwich has signed the UEA Civic Charter, reaffirming a strong partnership focused on inclusive education, skills and community support across Norfolk.

UEA and Redwings launch ‘kindness to animals’ pledge inspired by Black Beauty author

A new animal welfare pledge has been launched by Redwings and the University of East Anglia (UEA) to honour the legacy of Anna Sewell, the author of Black Beauty.

A UK social media ban “the wrong tool for the job” say experts

Academics from the University of East Anglia (UEA) have warned of the risks of a ban on under 16s using social media, following the announcement today of a government consultation on introducing one in the UK.

UEA academic helps shape major report on protest rights

Prof David Mead from UEA Law School has contributed to a major report that warns recent reforms to protest law and the expansion of police powers risk undermining fundamental democratic rights.

UEA to launch new Clinical Sciences degree in partnership with St George’s University, Grenada

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is launching a new BSc Clinical Sciences degree for overseas fee-paying students seeking a clear, high-quality route into medical training.

Fewer nurse hours available to patients linked to higher hospital death rates

Hospitals with fewer registered nurses at the bedside are seeing higher-than-expected death rates, according to a new study involving UEA researchers.

Scientists discover how fast the world’s deltas are sinking

New research involving the University of East Anglia (UEA) reveals how fast the world’s deltas are sinking and the human-driven causes.

2025 continues series of world’s three warmest years

2025 is the third warmest year on record in a series from 1850, following 2024 and 2023, according to new data released today.

What new Game of Thrones prequel gets right about courage, honour, horsemanship and the power of bling

If Game of Thrones seems obsessed with bling, chivalry, honour and horsemanship – that’s because the real medieval world was too, according to the prequel's historical advisor Dr Hugh Doherty.

Life of Pi author joins UEA Live’s line-up of acclaimed and emerging writers

UEA Live returns this year with an engaging line-up of debut writers, emerging talent and seasoned authors – including Yann Martel, the author of Booker prize-winning Life of Pi, and UEA graduate Tash Aw.

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