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We are Essex. Are you?

Choose Essex for an education that's focused on you. Applications are open!  

Our students and graduates have always been committed to making change, both big and small. When you’re with us, you will have the freedom to challenge the norm. We'll encourage you to have the confidence to speak out and to share your ideas. This is one of the reasons why we’re rated in the 32nd in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2024.

Equally, we know choosing a university is big deal. It needs to do more than help you gain a degree after three years; you need those years to be filled with memories, friendship and personal development.

You'll get more than just a great degree with us. You can pursue your interests, make friends for life and tailor your university experience around your ambitions, passions and values. With an on-campus theatre, a spacious gym and sports facilities, an amazing Students' Union as well as a wide range of student societies, you can find your people and connect on ideas and subjects that matter to you.

 

At Essex, we have a range of subjects across multiple disciplines, so there's something for everyone. Explore our subject pages or search below to find the right course for you

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Essex is 32nd in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2024
Our student body represents over 140 nationalities and supports over 30 different cultural societies
My main goal is to make sure everyone feels comfortable here at Essex. - SU President
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Fees and funding
Everything you need to know about undergraduate tuition fees, government loans and repayments, scholarships and bursaries.
Study abroad
We have study abroad partnerships with over 150 institutions around the world. Have an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience, make new friends and gain new skills.
Learn languages
All our students can learn languages in a number of ways, including as part of your degree, in evening classes or online at no extra cost, or via Essex Modern Language Certificates.
Employability and careers
Learn more about the career support on offer, spending a year on work placement and part-time job opportunities on campus.
Our research community
At Essex you join an internationally-recognised research community, ranked top 20 in the UK for research excellence in the latest Research Excellence Framework.
Colchester Campus
With a cinema, street market, an award-winning nightclub and a theatre plus so much more, there is always something to get stuck into at our Colchester Campus.
Southend Campus
In the heart of Southend and five minutes from the beach, our Southend Campus is bang in the centre of this thriving and creative city.
Loughton Campus
Our Loughton Campus has state-of-the-art facilities for our East 15 Acting School, and is right on the doorstep of London!
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