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We are a department of leading academics, writers, film-makers and journalists.

From our undergraduate students performing in the Lakeside Theatre, to our research staff publishing their latest literary works, you can keep up with our developments and read all about our current activities here.

You can also follow our student-led Essexjournalism website where our future journalists publish their own material.


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Latest news
Filmmaking project amplifies migrant voices
18 May 2026
Launch Festival celebrates the next generation of creative talent at Essex
15 May 2026
Guardian Home Affairs Editor Rajeev Syal named Visiting Fellow
20 Apr 2026