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Welcome home, welcome to Essex

Essex is a truly international institution with a long history of welcoming students from around the world. With us, you’re not just a student, you’re a member of our family.

Essex introduces you to people from all over the planet. We are a global community that lives, works and plays together.

You study an internationally relevant curriculum, become part of our diverse community and are taught by academics whose research has global impact. We give you the best chance to compete in a global economy, with generous scholarships to support talented students, and a dedicated careers service who will help boost your employability. 

Located in the south-east of England, our campuses are within easy access of central London, making Essex an ideal base from which to explore all that London and the surrounding areas have to offer. 

Why Essex?
  • Essex is 12th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2026
  • We are 17th for international outlook in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
  • We have students from more than 140 countries and over a third of our students are from outside the UK

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Jessica Udumebraye
"I had excellent support from my lecturers and tutors that helped me grow into who I am today. I built so many relationships and made so many memories that will last me a lifetime."
Jessica Udumebraye (Nigeria)   LLb Law

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Whether you’re eager to learn more about your preferred subject, want to get a feel for what life at Essex is really like, or perhaps you want to speak to someone with a similar background or country to you about their experience so far, Unibuddy lets you chat to current Essex students and staff

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