University of East Anglia

Norwich  United Kingdom

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a world-renowned university known for its high standard of academic performance across postgraduate courses. Based in Norwich, in the county of Norfolk, the university has an excellent international reputation for the high quality of its research output, and leading academic specialists. UEA is home to over 17,500 students, of which around 30% are postgraduate students.

Why study at the University of East Anglia?

UEA is ranked among the best universities in the world. We were ranked 30 in the UK Complete University Guide for 2026 and our teaching gained Silver status in the Teaching Excellence Framework in 2023.

We’re committed to helping our students start their chosen careers, with a range of part-time jobs, work experience opportunities and career support available to help you succeed. We offer specialist career advice for up to 3 years after you graduate.

UEA was ranked number one university for job prospects in the Student Crowd Survey in 2022.

5,000+

postgraduate students

204

courses

12

Scholarships listed on FindAMasters

Top 30

(Complete University Guide 2026)

Norwich  United Kingdom

main campus

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About the University of East Anglia

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is the perfect place to advance your academic journey. With a diverse range of intellectually stimulating Postgraduate Taught and Research degrees, we are committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment. At UEA, you’ll learn from leading academic specialists and gain access to world-class research and teaching facilities. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise in a specific field or broaden your knowledge to expand your career opportunities, UEA offers an extensive selection of courses to suit your goals.

We also provide a variety of postgraduate scholarships and bursaries alongside the potential benefit of a postgraduate student loan.

Our university is a place to discover new ways of thinking, new knowledge and new possibilities. If you want to experience education that doesn’t just teach, but moves you forward, why not visit our Virtual Open Day, where you can gain insight into university life and see what it's like to be a student at UEA.

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Student Union

UEA’s democratically elected students’ union includes a dedicated postgraduate SU which represents graduate interests and manages the Scholars Bar. Here, students will be able to grab a bite to eat, have a drink and enjoy the regular social events held for the postgraduate community.

Clubs & Societies

UEA offers many options to help students settle in and meet new people, and the university runs more than 200 active sport clubs and societies. Whether students are into tennis, netball, magic or maths, there are plenty of opportunities to try new things, develop a hobby and meet like-minded people.

City Life

UEA’s campus is 15 minutes from the vibrant city of Norwich, a historically rich area which has been named the best place to live due to its strong sense of community (The Times 2026). Norwich packs a lot into its streets, with plenty of bars and pubs, cafes and restaurants.



Check the modules, entry requirements and assessment methods of each course you're interested in to find the best one for you. Are you an international student? The UK is a popular destination for postgraduate study - check out our guide to studying a Master's in the UK to find out why studying here is such a great choice for international students. Whether you need a specific qualification to improve your career or want to specialise in your favourite subject, we have hundreds of postgraduate degrees and research degrees to choose from.

Research suggests that postgraduate study can help graduates enter higher level positions and earn more. At UEA, we prepare you for your dream career. Our free Careers service offers hundreds of opportunities every year for training, placements, internships, networking events, mentoring support and graduate programmes - with organisations from all around the world. Careers after postgraduate study.

Being a postgraduate student is about so much more than gaining a degree, it's about growing and finding your place. You'll join a thriving community of over 4,000 postgraduate students. There's a dedicated postgraduate branch of our students' union to help you build friendships and find any support and advice you need during your time at UEA.

If you want to ask what it’s like to live and study at UEA - talk to the people who know best! Our students, staff and academics are here to help.


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University of East Anglia

Norwich

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United Kingdom