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How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Becoming a university student is a new and exciting adventure, especially for international students. We must become more independent and take on more responsibility, which also means managing our own finances. For me, the most challenging part of becoming independent initially was making adjustments to my lifestyle due to the cost of living crisis. Here are my tips which will help you save money as a university student.

Michael Theodoridis

21 February 2024

Announcing the first Essex Student Journal Conference

Students members of the ESJ Team, Kimia and Luke, announce the first Essex Student Journal Conference. Find out what we've got planned, how the Essex Student Journal has benefited students, and how Essex students and staff can book a free place.

Luke Wheeler, Kimia Aghasoleimani

18 February 2024

Dr Rebecca Warren

16 February 2024

Sam Sprules

16 February 2024

One of the main decisions that students have to make when they decide to study at a university? Where to live. A popular option is living on campus, and luckily the University of Essex offers a vibrant on-campus community that provides many advantages for students.

Michael Theodoridis

16 February 2024

Last summer Adam completed an internship in Barcelona via Absolute Internship and tells us about the experience.

Essex Abroad

13 February 2024

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

The corporate world always appealed to me. From a young age I was fascinated by the idea of becoming a leader and influencing an organisation’s operations and outcomes. I knew pursuing University would enable me to achieve my goals and that choosing the right one was a serious process. Ultimately, I chose the University of Essex.

Michael Theodoridis

13 February 2024

Ed Lee is a PhD student in LiFTS. He tells us more about his Gipsy heritage.

Ed Lee

12 February 2024

Find out about Sammy one our Occupational Therapy students with a passion for fencing

Michelle Rushbrooke

08 February 2024

Meet Our Game-Changer: Head of Performance Sport

Meet the newest addition to our Performance Sport family, the Head of Performance Sport, brings a wealth of experience and passion to Essex’s progressive programme.

Michelle Rushbrooke

08 February 2024

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How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Announcing the first Essex Student Journal Conference

Make real change happen

Our Trans and Non-Binary forum

Why I love living on campus

My Summer Abroad in Barcelona

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

My Gipsy heritage

Balancing Academics and Blades

Meet Our Game-Changer: Head of Performance Sport