The University of East Anglia
East of England, England
How much do University of East Anglia graduates earn by subject?
University of East Anglia graduates earn a median salary of £29,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medicine and dentistry at £54,000, while Performing arts graduates earn £24,100.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,500 | £47,000 | £52,000 |
| Computing | £30,000 | £32,000 | £43,500 |
| Economics | £26,500 | £25,500 | £30,000 |
| Business and management | £27,000 | £28,000 | £38,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | £28,500 | £26,500 | £34,500 |
| Allied health | £28,500 | £29,000 | £32,500 |
| Chemistry | £26,500 | £26,000 | £33,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £30,000 | £24,000 | £28,500 |
| Politics | £25,000 | £26,500 | £35,000 |
| Psychology | £25,000 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| Biosciences | £26,000 | £24,000 | £29,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £25,000 | £22,500 | £29,000 |
| Education and teaching | £24,000 | £23,500 | £29,000 |
| Performing arts | £27,000 | £26,000 | £31,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of East Anglia?
In 2024, University of East Anglia received 32,440 applications and accepted 7,925 students, giving an acceptance rate of 24.4%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £19,900 to £35,500 per year in tuition at University of East Anglia.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of East Anglia?
85% of University of East Anglia graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 24 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,100 to £54,000. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | 91.5% | £54,000 |
| Computing | 84.3% | £45,300 |
| Economics | 86.1% | £42,300 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 89.4% | £41,800 |
| Business and management | 92.9% | £41,500 |
| Law | 91.9% | £39,100 |
| Mathematical sciences | 92.1% | £38,700 |
| Allied health | 96.5% | £33,900 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 95% | £33,600 |
| Chemistry | 82.5% | £32,100 |
| Languages and area studies | 82% | £32,100 |
| Politics | 80.6% | £31,800 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 87.4% | £31,400 |
| Psychology | 91.9% | £30,700 |
| Biosciences | 77.5% | £30,300 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 84.7% | £29,900 |
| History and archaeology | 81.8% | £29,600 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 85.5% | £29,200 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 79.8% | £29,200 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 97.8% | £28,500 |
| Education and teaching | 100% | £28,500 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 93.5% | £27,700 |
| English studies | 82.6% | £27,700 |
| Performing arts | 90.9% | £24,100 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Medicine and dentistry £54,000
- 2 Computing £45,300
- 3 Economics £42,300
- 4 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £41,800
- 5 Business and management £41,500
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Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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