Undergraduate pathways

Many Essex degrees can include a foundation year. At Essex, these are known as Year 0 and are taught in our Essex Pathways department. On successful progression, you will move into your chosen subjects department.

Whilst studying a foundation year, you will improve your academic skills and subject-specific knowledge, and become fully prepared for undergraduate study and life at university. You will study modules relevant to your chosen degree, along with academic skills modules that enable you to succeed at undergraduate level.

Successful completion of your foundation Year guarantees you entry to the first year of your undergraduate degree course.

You are an Essex student from day one, a member of our global community based at one of the most international universities in the world. From the very first moment you arrive, you will feel part of our community and have access to all the facilities our campus has to offer.