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Guide dogs in training visit UEA

A happy pack of four-legged students visited the UEA campus for the first time recently, learning to embrace the unfamiliar sights, sounds and smells ahead of beginning formal guide dog training.

New Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Student Education and Experience joins University of East Anglia

Prof Claire Pike will be joining UEA from Anglia Ruskin University as Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Student Education and Experience this autumn.

Exposure to wildfires surged in past two decades - despite global fall in burned area

An international team of scientists has spotted a contradiction in worldwide wildfire trends: despite a 26 per cent decline in total burned area from 2002 to 2021, the number of people exposed to wildfires has surged by nearly 40 per cent.

UEA sparks debate on free speech, media and power at Latitude

Broadcast Journalism students and academics from the University of East Anglia (UEA) brought a lively important discussion about free speech to a well-attended debate at Latitude Festival.

Think Clearing is just for missed grades? Think again – UEA student shares her story

Many students across the UK will find out what is next for them when they receive their A-Level results on Thursday. For some students, this day will be chance to explore new possibilities through Clearing.

Redirecting your university journey through Clearing

On Thursday 14 August, thousands of students across the UK will discover what their future holds. Students Earlgi, John, Gab and Imie – who each found their futures at UEA through Clearing after changing ambitions or missed grades – share their stories.

The Night Bus service is back for UEA students

The Night Bus service, an initiative designed to enhance student safety and strengthen community wellbeing, will make a return thanks to a collaborative effort between the UEA, UEA Students' Union, First Bus and Norfolk County Council.

UEA named among the best for producing award-winning authors

The University of East Anglia (UEA) has been recognised in the top three of a survey of academic institutions awarded the major literary prizes.

UEA team recognised for teaching excellence at prestigious Advance HE 2025 awards

The winners of this year’s higher education's prestigious UK teaching excellence awards were announced today (7 August) by Advance HE, with a double success for UEA as staff and students were recognised for their outstanding contributions.

New Director of Music appointed at UEA

Bjorn Bantock has been named as the new Director of Music at the University of East Anglia (UEA). With an extensive background in music performance, education, and leadership, Bantock brings a dynamic vision and wealth of experience to the role.

UEA Hockey legend Norman Hart wins prestigious award for lifelong service to the sport

UEA Hockey Club legend Norman Hart has won a prestigious AD Munrow Award at the 2025 British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) annual awards, which took place in July.

UEA’s grant and funding success – July 2025

Discover the latest research and funding grant successes happening within the University of East Anglia.

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