Fortune favours the bold
Becoming a specialist is no easy task, and postgraduate study gives you the credibility and edge to accelerate your career as an expert in your field. By staying at Essex, you’ll benefit from the familiar faces and services that helped you succeed during your undergraduate degree.
You can choose to continue studying in a field directly related to your undergraduate or even transfer your skills to an eligible related subject. We also offer a range of dedicated conversion courses for those wanting to switch fields.
We know a strong community like ours takes time and effort to build. That’s why we have a dedicated commuter offer, a range of guaranteed postgraduate student halls, and invest in the activities of our award-winning students’ union. In return, we expect you to embrace challenge, speak your mind, and embody the Essex spirit to make change happen.
The Essex offer
- Study at a university ranked 12th out of 123 nationally (THE GUARDIAN 2026)
- Flexible options to study full-time or part-time for most courses
- Conversion courses for those interested in switching fields
- Contribute to a university ranked top 25th for research quality (REF 2021)
- Full membership to Essex Students’ Union
The important bit
The discount is available to anyone who:
- Enrols on a master’s after completing an undergraduate course at Essex
- Enrols on a PhD after completing a master’s at Essex
And, yes, you can use it twice: meaning you can apply a 20% discount to your master’s and PhD.
How to apply
- Explore your options: Check out the wide range of postgraduate courses available. Browse courses.
- Check your eligibility: Specific entry requirements are listed on each course page.
- Submit your application: Applying is easy for Essex graduates with our fast-track application form.
