School of Art, Media and American Studies
Welcome to the School of Art, Media and American Studies.
We bring together expertise in world arts and heritage; in British and global film and television; and in media and culture. We also explore the literature, history and politics of the United States and the Atlantic and Pacific worlds.
Our students can explore outstanding facilities, including the Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts, the Norwich Castle Museum, and a purpose-built TV studio and media suite. Our partnerships with overseas institutions also gives them the chance to spend time studying on a semester or year abroad.
Alongside critical and historical studies our students have opportunities to develop their creative skills, and gain an understanding of how these abilities can be applied to the creative industries. They can discover more about the techniques of writing, adaptation, film, television, and media production, and the art of curating gallery collections and displays here in the UK or in international contexts.
We draw strength from our diverse range of specialisms, which animate bold and adventurous research and teaching.
Courses
History of Art
Study a diverse, fascinating, and inspirational range of art from different cultures across the world. With the expert guidance and support of our lecturers,...
Media Studies
Discover the application, history and influence of media in our everyday lives, and understand your place in this increasingly digitised world. From TV to online...
American Studies
Explore the culture and history of the United States and understand its influence and impact on our world today. You’ll get to grips with all aspects of the...
English and American Literature (3 Years)
The Atlantic Ocean does not mark a barrier when it comes to literary traffic. In fact, it is impossible to fully understand British Literature in the modern...
English and American Literature
On this course, you’ll study the wealth of English and United States literatures, examine the interchanges between the two, and explore the many fascinating...
American Literature with Creative Writing
Hone your writing craft and explore the literary tradition of the world’s most influential culture in Norwich, a UNESCO City of Literature. Develop your...
The Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas
The MA course in the Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas aims to provide students with detailed knowledge of the visual arts, contemporary and historical of...
Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies
This course equips students with excellent opportunities to develop not only their academic skills and interests but also their professionalism, especially in...
Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies (Part time)
This course equips students with excellent opportunities to develop not only their academic skills and interests but also their professionalism, especially in...
American Studies
Delve into the culture and history of the United States and better understand its influence and impact on our world today. You’ll get to grips with all aspects...
Research
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UEA’s research confirmed as ‘world-leading’ by national assessment
The global significance and real-world impact of the University of East Anglia’s (UEA’s) research has been confirmed with the Research Excellence Framework 2021...
Decolonise research to save heritage threatened by climate change
Climate change threatens to destroy invaluable heritage sites and traditions in marginalised countries – but empowering local people is key to adaptation.
Coastal flooding and erosion threaten African heritage sites as sea levels rise
Lights, camera, representation! UEA research aims to make female filmmakers more visible
A ground-breaking project to shine a light on the role of women filmmakers, will start this month led by a team of University of East Anglia (UEA) researchers.