The University is offering a £250 cash bursary to students who complete the pre-arrival online study skills course, designed to help them make the transition into university study.
You will need to complete the Essex Preparation Programme by 23:59 on 13 October 2026 entry. You must fully complete the course and receive the certificate of completion. You will be automatically identified and will be notified via your Essex email in November, if you meet the eligibility criteria listed above.
Please read the full terms and conditions before applying for or accepting a scholarship or bursary. They contain important information about eligibility, if you need to complete an application form and how you'll receive your funding.
Essex Preparation Programme Bursary – Terms and conditions for 2026-2027 (.pdf)
If you're a current student looking for information about an award you received, see our terms and conditions for previous years.