School of Environmental Sciences
We're proud to be one of the most developed schools of our kind in Europe. But what does it mean to be an excellent institution for environmental sciences?
For us, it means a focus on research that matters. We influence policy at the highest levels on climate change, atmospheric and ocean science, natural resource management, and biodiversity conservation.
It means being open to learning. We are an interdisciplinary school, bringing together different aspects of natural and social sciences. Today's problems require inventive solutions, so we encourage students to explore psychological, policymaking and scientific approaches, making them adaptable, inventive and collaborative. We also give our students opportunities to learn from hands-on experience in their chosen subject area.
It also means always striving to be better. We were awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education, marking 50 years of research and discovery. We're dedicated to welcoming and inspiring new generations of diverse, committed, confident scientists and problem-solvers.
Geophysics
Unearth the mysteries of our planet and delve deep into the wide-ranging subject of geophysics. From the skies and seas to earthquakes, volcanoes and the deep...
Geography with a Placement Year
Learn to tackle today’s biggest global challenges, from climate change, resource management and urban change to health, migration and poverty. On this course,...
Geography with a Placement Year
Explore the many global challenges facing our planet today – from volcanoes and landslides to climate change and the biodiversity crisis. You’ll have the...
Environmental Sciences with a Placement Year
Understanding and protecting our environment has never been so important. On this degree, you’ll explore some of the most critical subjects affecting the planet...
Environmental Sciences and International Development
Study the science of environmental change and discover how it relates to the challenges of human development. You’ll explore the issues of poverty, inequality...
Environmental Sciences
Understanding and protecting our environment has never been so important. On this degree, you’ll explore some of the most critical subjects affecting the planet...
Geography
Learn to tackle today’s biggest global challenges, from climate change, resource management and urban change to health, migration and poverty. On this course,...
Environmental Sciences
What are the links between the effects of climate change and pollution and the mismanagement and overexploitation of resources? How can we solve the...
Environmental Sciences with a Foundation Year
Our Foundation Year is a great route onto our Environmental Sciences degrees. The course will give you a thorough grounding in all the skills you need for...
Research
School of Environmental Sciences
Dr Nem Vaughan awarded Philip Leverhulme prize
The prestigious award recognises outstanding researchers.
How recovery from COVID-19’s impact on energy demand could help meet climate targets
New research examines different scenarios of energy-related demand and how they could impact climate mitigation targets.
Study reveals impact of wild meat consumption on greenhouse gas emissions
Consuming sustainably sourced wild meat instead of domesticated livestock reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Amazonian protected areas benefit both people and biodiversity
Highly positive social outcomes are linked to biodiversity efforts in Amazonian Sustainable-Use Protected Areas, according to new research from the University of...
How climate change could impact algae in the global ocean
Global warming is likely to cause abrupt changes to important algal communities because of shifting biodiversity ‘break point’ boundaries in the oceans –...
Ambitious research to study fundamental earth and environmental science questions
The University of East Anglia is leading one of five innovative new research projects that could push the boundaries of science and help us understand key...
UEA part of international team measuring how the Arctic responds to climate change
Researchers at the University of East Anglia have helped develop a new way to measure how Arctic plants respond to climate change.
Government boosts UK resilience against climate change
New research to step up the UK’s resilience to the impacts of climate change, such as flooding, heatwaves and extreme weather storms, is made possible by the...
UEA at Norwich Science Festival - Hello Future Fashion Exhibition
- Oct 23, 2021 10:00AM
- The Forum, Norwich
- Exhibition
- Free
Sat 23 - Sat 30 October, 10am to 4pm Hello Future Fashion: exhibition and workshops. How much do you think about the clothes you wear? What are they made from? And what happens when we stop wearing them? Visit the Hello Future Fashion pop-up to explore the stories of our clothes, then learn new upcycling and mending skills in a range of workshops.
UEA at Norwich Science Festival - Climate of Change Exhibition
- Oct 23, 2021 10:00AM
- The Forum, Norwich
- Norwich Science Festival
- Free
Sat 23 - Sat 30 October, 10am-4pm UEA Climate of Change is the University’s response to the UN Climate Conference hosted in Glasgow in November 2021. Drop into The Forum during the Science Festival to see the outcomes of projects that UEA have delivered with young people, together with an immersive climate change-related experience
Lasdun lecture: What happened at COP26?
- Nov 25, 2021 18:30PM
- Lecture theatre 1, UEA and online - booking link to follow
- Lecture
- Free, booking link to follow
Free lecture hosted by UEA. Part of ClimateUEA - booking details to follow