Progress to postgraduate study at Essex

Why postgraduate study at Essex?

• Boost your career prospects: Stand out and develop transferrable skills.
• Specialise in your passion: Deepen your expertise in a subject you love.
• Switch paths with our Conversion Masters courses: Ideal if you're looking to change career or to train for a specific field of work.
• Flexible options: Choose full-time or part-time study to fit around your life.
• Vibrant community: Stay connected to the friends, clubs and societies you already love.
• Top quality research: Be part of a university ranked in the top 25 for research quality (REF 2021).
• Support every step of the way: Our academics, Careers Services, and Student Services are here for you.

Alumni Loyalty Discount

As a thank you for being part of the Essex family, our Alumni Loyalty Discount offers you a 33% tuition fee discount for the 2025-26 academic year and 20% tuition fee discount from the 2026-27 academic year onwards. 

The discount is available to:

• Students enrolling on a Masters after completing an undergraduate course at Essex.
• Students pursuing a PhD after completing a Masters at Essex.
• No extra steps are needed! If you’re eligible, the discount will be applied automatically.
• For full-time students, the discount covers one year of study.
• For part-time students, it applies to the first two years of study.
• You can use the discount twice, allowing you to save up on up to two years of study – perfect if you choose to complete both a Masters and PhD with us!

How to apply

1. Explore your options: Check out the wide range of postgraduate courses available. Browse courses.
2. Check your eligibility: Specific entry requirements are listed on each course page.
3. Submit your application: Applying is easy for Essex graduates with our fast-track application form.