University of East Anglia in England

University of East Anglia

Norwich, England

Founded in 1963, the University of East Anglia (UEA) is spread over 300 acres of parkland, located 1.5 miles from the medieval cathedral city of Norwich. From all parts of University Plain, as the campus is known, there are open views across the river to woods, meadows and playing fields. The buildings are grouped together, following the natural contours of the land and linked by elevated pedestrian walkways that provide high-level walks between teaching buildings and residences, restaurants, snack bars and the library. UEA is home to about 15,000 students.

Program Overview

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Academic Program

Exchange participants are required to take a full-time course load (at least 12 Temple credits) while abroad and will earn transfer credit.

Language of Instruction

English

Best for

Liberal Arts; Theater, Film & Media Arts; Klein College of Media and Communication

Learn more about the academic program, the course approvals and transfer credit process.

Location & Facilities

Location

UEA is located just outside Norwich, England, 115 miles northeast of London. The historic city of Norwich has a population of close to 150,000, giving it a cosmopolitan atmosphere that offers numerous attractions to students, as well as the opportunity to participate in the social and cultural life of a provincial English city. During the Middle Ages, Norwich was the second most important city in England, boasting a fine Norman cathedral and castle, and a host of medieval buildings. Now at the heart of the dynamic East Anglia region, the city is a thriving commercial center with a bustling open-air market surrounded by department stores, specialty shops, restaurants, and some 300 pubs.

There is also a rich variety of entertainment to choose from, including numerous lively restaurants, nightclubs, theaters, and musical venues. Norwich has a peaceful side too: quiet gardens, cobbled pedestrian streets, five museums and an art gallery. Everywhere, you see evidence of the old and new coexisting together: the architectural modernity of the University is complemented by the medieval elegance of the city. Old buildings are rarely conserved as museum pieces - a 13th century crypt is used as a coffee bar serving a 15th century friary which is used as a concert hall.

Facilities

Computer Labs
Student Organizations
Gym and Sports Facilities
Library
Health Services
Laundromat
Post office
Banks
Cafeterias
International Students Office

Program Dates

Fall Semester: late-September through mid-December
Spring Semester: mid-January through mid-June
Academic Year: late-September through mid-June

View the UEA academic calendar for specific dates, which vary each year.

Program participants are required to be present for the entire length of the program, from the official arrival date through the program end date.

Housing

Housing type: dorm, homestay, independent

You may choose to live in university-arranged housing (dorm or homestay) or find independent housing.

To view a list of all available housing options, visit UEA's Accommodation website. UEA has a comprehensive list of available accommodations in Norwich, both on campus and in the city of Norwich with varying amenities. Prices vary by accommodation (view the costs of each accommodation choice).

Deposits are not required for university-arranged housing. Students will be invoiced for housing upon arrival and will have 28 days to pay the invoice.

Faculty & On-site Support

As an Exchange Program participant, you will have access to the support provided by your host institution. Read more about Student Support at UEA.

Program Costs

Program Deposit

Students will pay a non-refundable program deposit of $400 within 2 weeks of nomination to the program. This non-refundable deposit is credited to your program fees as a prepayment.

Temple Tuition and Standard University Fees

Students pay Temple tuition and fees directly to Temple. Visit Temple’s Bursar for per-credit tuition rates. All students pay University Services Fee.

More details

For complete details about billable costs and estimate for non-billable expenses, such as airfare, meals, and personal expenses, view the program cost sheet.

View Program Cost, Scholarships and Financial Aid.

Health & Safety

Your health and safety abroad are our highest priority. Please stay tuned for more details about health and safety on this program.

Contact

For more information, contact Education Abroad: 215-204-0720; [click-for-email].

Eligibility Requirements

Temple programs are open to qualified students matriculated at any U.S. or Canadian college or university.

You are eligible to apply if you meet the following requirements.

Are enrolled fulltime and will have completed 2 semesters before studying abroad

You are enrolled as a full-time matriculated student at the time of application as well as during the semester prior to studying abroad.
You will have completed at least two (2) semesters of college-level study by the program start.

Are in good academic standing and meet minimum GPA requirement for the program

You meet minimum cumulative GPA requirement, on a 4.0 scale from all colleges/universities attended. The requirement varies by program:

Temple Semester Programs: 2.75 (Internships: 3.0)
Temple Summer Programs: 2.5
Exchange Programs: 2.75
External Programs: 2.5

You remain in good academic standing from the time of application until the start of your term abroad; students on academic warning are not eligible to participate.

Have a valid passport

You will need a passport, valid well beyond the length of your program, by the application deadline.

View deadlines and validity requirements for your host country.

Are in good disciplinary standing

You are in good disciplinary standing at the time of application and remain so through the start of your term abroad. Students who have been found responsible for a code of conduct violation and will not be in good disciplinary standing (including disciplinary probation) may submit a petition for review.

Meet the minimum age requirement

You are at least 18 years old at the time of application.

For the University of East Anglia, the following additional considerations apply.

Students will be selected mainly based on academic fit and demonstrated interest in the host university and/or location.

Non-U.S. citizens: you are welcome to study abroad if you meet the eligibility requirements; however, you are not permitted to study abroad on an exchange program in your home country. Please speak to Education Abroad if you have questions about your eligibility.

Application Requirements

The standard application requirements pertain to all students applying to Temple programs.

Additional Requirements for the University of East Anglia

All students applying for an exchange program are required to meet with a program manager before submitting their application.

Admissions Timeline

Admissions is not rolling.
Temple nominates students for Exchange Programs after the deadline for the specific term.
Once you submit your application, you should expect a decision by the decision deadline, about one month after the program application deadline has passed.

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