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The School of Global Development (DEV), University of East Anglia (UEA), UK.

A world-leading centre for research, teaching, and practice using critical analysis.

10/03/2026

Last Friday, UEA's School of Global Development UEA DEV hosted the 2026 DEV Innovation Summit. This was a student-led space to discuss and reflect on the growing role of AI through a Global Development lens.

The day opened with a student panel led by Ruth Mpinganjira, bringing together Ruby-May Elger, Kazuki Fujiwara and Deo Ochieng to share their experiences with AI — exploring what's becoming critical in the field and how we can navigate both its opportunities and challenges.

Loksan Harley and Kit Powney followed with grounded, real-world examples of AI in the development sector, including an honest look at the backlash and ethical considerations the field must face. This set the stage for Dr Emil Dauncey to lead a workshop on the relationship we build with AI in our professional lives — a timely and thought-provoking session.

The summit closed on a strong note with Deborah Adesina and David Girling presenting their research on the use of generative images in development organisations' communications — a fitting and forward-looking end to a rich agenda.

A special thank you to Belindar Kwamboka and Ruth Mpinganjira for co-organising such a thoughtful and impactful event. This summit is a testament to what student-driven initiatives can achieve. 👏

We leave with new reflections, fresh perspectives, and a lot to think about.

28/02/2026

🔥 We're delighted to announce our first Fireside Chat of 2026!

Join the conversation with Max Baiden— an innovator, project director, and strategist with over 10 years of experience at the intersection of humanitarian action, impact investment, and international development. He has built and shaped collaborative ecosystems across the world.

From entrepreneurship and start-up development to innovative finance and humanitarian innovation, his work spans borders and sectors.

Come and discover what a decade of global experience looks like in practice. 💡

👉 Secure your spot https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86168744644?pwd=bkSGVybw4TbuPxbzDobdAbD2rpEeg7.1

24/02/2026

We’re grateful to Elle Claiborne, Pete Smith, Nick Acheson, Gary Champion and Lucy Galvin for joining our students and sharing the inspiring work behind the campaign for the rights of the River Wensum.

Thank you for inspiring the next generation to care for our rivers and environment.

04/02/2026

Do you teach A-level pupils studying economics, politics, sociology, geography or environmental sciences? We would love you and your students to join our Studying Global Challenges Taster Day on Monday 22nd June! 🌍

How do we tackle rising income and social inequalities? What’s the impact of increasing local and global conflicts? What’s the best solution to address natural disasters and environmental collapse? And who has a stake in enacting progressive positive economic, social, environmental and political change?

Our Studying Global Challenges Taster Day will help your pupils discover more about how we can address these (and other) pressing issues in an interdisciplinary way and what they can study at university to help them become a changemaker. ✨

Participants will meet current university students, participate in taster workshops led by expert lecturers, and engage in discussions about these key global challenges (and more). Organised by UEA’s School of Global Development, ranked 1st in the UK for Development studies, this free event is a must for any student considering studying global development, economics, politics, sociology, geography, or environmental sciences at university. 🍀☘️

Sign-up to join us using our online form: https://forms.office.com/e/p0MLeDFf5g and please contact Dr Sophie Bremner ([email protected]) if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

20/01/2026

We’ve moved! Come with us to our new home.🏡

UEA DEV is no longer based at ZICER. We’re now in the Elizabeth Fry Building (EFRY), just down the road. If you’re visiting, just head up to the first floor to find us. We’re settling in and looking forward to the new semester next week!

12/01/2026

Most days, Life at DEV means learning how to tackle global challenges at a top UK university. Other days, it’s taking a storytelling walk through Norwich alongside new friends, uncovering hidden gems, and learning about the characters that give our city its charm.✨

Resuming on Campus this January? We look forward to seeing you soon.
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Tell us, what makes Life at DEV special for you?

04/12/2025

Our Influencing Tools and Strategies for Policy Change workshop was completely sold out! ✨ Big thanks to David Girling, our facilitators and all the students who made it such an impactful session!

Ready for more? Why not check out the rest of the professional skills series:

✔️Introduction to GIS & Mapping in Development
✔️Participatory Photography
✔️Branding for Development
✔️Introduction to Fundraising in the Global Development and Non-Profit Sector
✔️Bid/Grant Writing for the Development and Non-Profit Sector
✔️Mobile Filmmaking for Development

Registration link here: https://store.uea.ac.uk/conferences-and-events/faculty-of-social-sciences/school-of-global-development

Spaces fill up fast. Looking forward to welcoming you to the next sessions.

01/12/2025

Take a break from your studies and join us for a cozy Festive Craft & Sip! ❄️🎄

We’ll have crafts, games, snacks and hot drinks as well as a chance to make some festive decorations to brighten your accommodation for the season.

📅: Tomorrow, 2nd December.
Venue: JSC 1.03
Time: 3:30 - 6:00pm

All DEV undergrads and postgrads are welcome. See you there!

27/11/2025

We’re thrilled to announce our next Fireside Chat featuring .jidovanu, a Multimedia Journalist based in Kenya.

Natalia will share insights on how to build a meaningful career that bridges development, storytelling, and community action, drawing from her experience working at the intersection of media and social impact.

Date: 3 December
Time: 1:00 PM

Interested in joining? Comment ‘LINK’ below, and we’ll send the registration link straight to your DMs.

13/11/2025

🌍 Full Scholarships for Students from Commonwealth Countries!

The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Commonwealth Scholarships are now open for international students applying to study full-time with us at the University of East Anglia in one of the following Master’s programmes:

🎓 Eligible Courses:
- MSc Climate Change and Global Development
- MSc Environment and Global Development
- MA Agriculture and Rural Development

Who can apply:
Citizens or permanent residents of eligible Commonwealth countries, including Bangladesh, Ghana, India, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Uganda, Zambia, and many more across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.

Scholarship Benefits:
✅ Full international tuition fees covered
✅ Maintenance grant of £16,500
✅ Warm clothing allowance of £534
✅ The opportunity to live and study in the UK while gaining the skills to create meaningful change in your home country.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 9 December 2025

This scholarship is awarded based on financial need and supports talented students committed to driving positive change in global development.

For further details: https://www.uea.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/scholarships/the-allan-and-nesta-ferguson-scholarship

28/10/2025

There are so many experiences that shape our students’ learning beyond the classroom. Here’s a glimpse into one of our students’ journeys, who did an internship with the Norwich Institute for Sustainable Development (NISD) while studying at UEA DEV. Well done, , for your hard work and your dissertation!

Your time at DEV is what you make of it; and the opportunities are truly endless. We can’t wait to see how you’ll make the most of yours!

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https://www.uea.ac.uk/about/school-of-global-development, https://linktr.ee/everyday.dev

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