We can't wait to Welcome you
We’re getting everything ready behind the scenes to help you settle in smoothly. This page will soon be packed with everything you need to get started. In the meantime, feel free to explore and learn more about life at Essex - and check back closer to the start of term for your full onboarding guide.
Notice for Southend students:: We have taken the incredibly difficult decision to close our Southend Campus from the end of summer 2026. We are talking to the Students’ Union about how to protect your education and experience and minimise disruption at this time of change. You can find more information about the changes at Southend and how this will affect you if you are joining us in January or October 2026 in our FAQ pages.
Chat to our students and staff about life at Essex
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"Hi everyone! I’m Alex and I’ll be your SU President this year! I am so happy that you will be joining us at Essex this year. You are about to embark on a new chapter full of change, new experiences and maybe one too many all-nighters. More importantly, you are coming to a place you’ll get to call your second home. Your chosen family. Your SU will be there every step of the way to make sure that your experience here at Essex is the best it can possibly be. I can’t wait to meet you all in a couple of weeks! If you ever want to have a chat or have any ideas you’d like to take action on, don’t doubt to reach out! Wish you the best :)"
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