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Why Essex?

Here at Essex we welcome students from more than 140 countries to our campuses with open arms. Over a third of our student population are from outside of the UK so you’ll feel right at home.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate

Previous university/college study is required in addition to local high school qualifications for our Undergraduate Bachelor degree courses. If you've taken A-levels or the International Baccalaureate you can find the requirements for these qualifications on our course finder. We also accept the AP exams if you've achieved three APs with two at level 3 and one at level 4.

Some courses have higher entry requirements as well as other admissions criteria. Please see individual courses for more information or email our admissions team admit@essex.ac.uk. 

We accept a number of international qualifications and foundation programmes. We also offer a range of Foundation Programmes which can lead to entry to our undergraduate degrees, please visit University of Essex International College for further information.

Postgraduate Taught

If your degree is from University of Philippines or University of Santo Tomas we'll consider applicants with 2.25/5.0 or above. If your degree is from Ateneo de Manila or De La Salle we'll consider applicants with 2.5/4.0.

Many of our Postgraduate Taught Masters will consider applicants with 2.5 or above from undergraduate degrees from other universities awarded after 2022.  If you achieved your qualification before this date please get in touch with your country contact for further information. Some courses and departments have higher entry requirements as well as other admissions criteria. Please see individual courses for more information or email our admissions team pgadmit@essex.ac.uk. 

We also have a range of Foundation Programmes available if you do not meet these grades. Please visit University of Essex International College for further information.

Postgraduate Research 

For entry to Research degrees, please refer to the entry requirements for the degree that you are interested in. 

An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:2 (see the grade information above), and a master's degree with a good grade is required for most PhD programmes, in addition to a well-developed research proposal in a field in which we can offer supervision. Please have a read through our information for research degree applicants and check the course details for your chosen programme for further information about entry criteria.

Scholarships and funding

Our Essex Global Talent Scholarship, worth 50% of the first year tuition fee, is available for international undergraduate or master’s students.

International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship offers £2,000 scholarships to students who start at Essex in 2025-2026 and achieve academic excellence in their International Baccalaureate.  

Academic Excellence International Masters Scholarship offers £4,000 scholarships to international students who took undergraduate degree overseas or in the UK and are self-funding their postgraduate studies. Please visit the link for further details about deadlines and eligibility. 

Our South East Asia Scholarship offers up to £3,000 scholarships to undergraduate students from Philippines. Please visit the link for further details about deadlines and eligibility.

Please visit our Scholarships pages for information about additional funding opportunities.

Our student societies

We’ve got over 100 clubs and societies at Essex, including our friendly Filipino society, where you’ll have the chance to:

  • Share Filipino culture with other students
  • Join games events and movie nights
  • Make and enjoy Filipino food
  • Take part in society socials and parties

Explore the Filipino society
Leah Wadsworth
Choosing the University of Essex was an incredibly rewarding decision. This institution not only excels in higher education but also stands out as a beacon of excellence. Essex's commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a vibrant and inclusive community where students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn and grow. Essex's unwavering dedication to social impact, innovation, sustainability, and collaborative learning empowers students to become change-makers, equipped with the knowledge and skills to create a better world. As a proud Essex alum, I've witnessed the transformative power of this institution, and it has propelled me into a successful career as a Finance Manager at BDL Fire Solutions Ltd. My goal is to own my own business, be self-sustaining, create job opportunities for others, and make a positive impact, and I credit the University of Essex for helping me lay the foundation for this ambitious endeavour.
Leah Gloria Wadsworth msc accounting and financial management
Being an MBA student at University of Essex was really a transformative journey. Initially, my primary goal was to complete my postgraduate studies, but my ambitions grew as I immersed myself in the university's dynamic and supportive environment. Representing the Philippines, I eagerly shared diverse perspectives in class discussions and participated in the iTeams Programme, where I worked on solving real-world business challenges.Key experiences like Consultancy Week and Business Planning Week were particularly impactful, offering hands-on learning in practical business scenarios. These activities allowed me to apply my professional experience in a simulated business environment, deepening my understanding and skills. I attribute much of my growth to Essex’s ethos, which prioritizes student success and fosters a supportive community for all students, regardless of their background. By the end of my MBA journey, I earned my degree with distinction and received several awards, including the MBA Dean’s Award and the Best Project Award. My journey with Essex as a part of the Essex Business School and as a staff might have ended, but the ambition of inspiring more people to make change happen and create a positive impact to the world has just started. #IAmEssex and I will take these experiences with me to go through more transformative journeys while bringing positive impact one step at a time.
Nelson Kersey N. Natata the essex mba

Meet us in the Philippines

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with your country contact named below with any questions.

You can also get in touch on WhatsApp: +6016 222 3571.

Get in touch
Ayesha Tajudin Philippines country contact
Telephone: +6016 222 3571
English Support Classes
We offer free classes to help you develop your English language and academic skills. We also offer free English classes to the dependants of international students and staff through our ECDIS programme.
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