Not living on campus?

By public transport

Both Southend Central and Southend Victoria train stations are just a short walk away from the University campus. Trains run frequently from London with journey times of 45 minutes to one hour.

• London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria (0.3 miles from our campus) - operated by Abellio Greater Anglia
• London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central (0.2 miles from our campus) - operated by c2c

By car

• Southend Campus is situated in a busy city centre with several public car parks near by. More information about parking can be found on the Student Directory.

Loughton is easily accessible via the London Underground (Central line), it is also easily reachable via bus and coach network. More information on how to get to Loughton can be found on our visit pages.

Information for new students joining East 15 can be found on the East 15 website

Before starting your studies you need to register, which includes completing the online pre-registration and attending an in-person meeting with your ID.

Registration confirms that you will be joining us for the academic year and will unlock essential services and information, including your IT account and your timetable.

There are just a few things you should consider packing in your bag when coming on to campus, whether it's for Welcome Week or for your lectures:

• chargers - for both laptop and phone. If you stay on campus longer than expected then you may suddenly find your phone has 20% battery and you can’t charge it until you get home
• reusable water bottles and coffee cups - water refill stations are dotted around our campuses, and many food and drink outlets offer a discount when using a refillable cup for your hot drinks
• small amount of cash - although our campuses are cashless and many public transport options have digital payments, it's always good to have a small amount of backup cash with you. Power cuts can take out services, or your card may be blocked by your bank if they detect suspicious activity. A spare £20 note may be the difference between travelling home or standing on a platform for hours

If you’re driving or cycling, then don’t forget to do some essential maintenance. Check your tyres (pressure, punctures, tread etc) and lights, check the oil and water in your car, and check your brakes if you’re cycling.

For those of you cycling to Colchester Campus you can also make use of Doctor Bike, who visits every Wednesday in term time. You can get a free check to make sure your bike is in good condition or pay for some repairs to be done while you’re in class.

Commuting students have the same access to campus events and Students' Union activities as those living on our campuses.

• Campus events - Throughout the academic year various events are run on our campuses, from theatre shows and careers skills sessions, to departmental research seminars and Faith Centre meet ups. You can use our events page to filter by campus, department, or event type.
• Students' Union events - Our Students' Union also runs a range of events and activities including arts and crafts sessions, social mixers, and volunteering opportunities.
• Societies and sports - The Students' Union is also home to a broad range of societies and sports teams. These groups organise their own activities and events with a focus on their areas of interest, and welcome all student members whether you're a commuter or a campus resident.

If you’re planning a long study session, have an early Monday morning lecture, or want a night out at the SU then consider booking a room overnight.

University accommodation can be booked on a short-term basis, and it saves you needing to sprint for the last train home.