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Upcoming open days

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Colchester Campus
Saturday 26 October 2013 (booking now)
Southend Campus
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Colchester Campus
Wednesday 6 November 2013 (booking now)

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Welcome

New students

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Welcome to all new students who will be joining our University community. Our welcome information provides important pre-arrival updates and will help you settle in to your new life at Essex.

We are one of our University's largest departments and are renowned for a dedicated approach to teaching, internationally-recognised research and high levels of student satisfaction. Our friendly, supportive and lively environment brings together 50 academics, 850 undergraduate and more than 210 postgraduate students.

Focusing on the student experience, we offer exciting and varied courses which challenge you. With our cutting-edge facilities, we are producing graduates who are highly sought after by employers for their scientific talents and wealth of universal skills.

Why we are special

  • 91 per cent student satisfaction
  • Opportunity to study abroad for a year
  • Range of placement options
  • Internationally-recognised research
  • State-of-the-art laboratories

Undergraduate study

Undergraduate

Undergraduate study with us gives you the opportunity to learn from leading academics in the biological sciences. You can expect a supportive atmosphere and flexible course structure across a diverse range of BSc courses.

Postgraduate study

Postgraduate

Postgraduate study with us gives you the chance to contribute to the research we are renowned for. You can expect specialist training in a research-intensive and supportive environment from top academics using state-of-the-art facilties.

Our facilities

Facilities

Recent major investment has meant we can offer state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories. Whatever level of study you choose with us, you will gain experience in your chosen field using cutting-edge and industry-standard equipment.