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Get a taste of life at Essex

Take a virtual journey to explore our facilities, picturesque campuses, and learn more about our vibrant student life—all from the comfort of your own home. 

Watch our films that showcase the heart of our university, offering a glimpse into the bustling academic life, diverse range of subjects, and accommodation options.

From time-to-time we'll also showcase a range of live talks and webinars for you to join. Sign up to our email newsletter to be the first to find out when our webinars are taking place.

Whether you're just starting to research universities or you've decided Essex is the place for you, we've got lots of different ways for you to find out more about Essex. If you like what you see and would like to learn more about undergraduate study at Essex, why not visit us at one of our Open Days.

Experience Essex Online

If you want to discover what it's like to be an Essex student, join us virtually to learn more about studying at Essex and find out more ahead of joining us in October. There will also be the chance to meet your regional representatives as well as current students, to find out what life at Essex is like. 

We will be hosting webinars on the following dates: 

  • Tuesday 23 April 2024 - listen to a variety of general talks covering topics such as finance, employability and applying to Essex
  • Wednesday 22 May 2024 - join these webinars if you are looking to find out more about postgraduate study at Essex

Tuesday 23 April 2024:

To sign up, click on the relevant webinar link below.

All times below are GMT.

Webinar  Time
China drop-in session 9.00am - 10.00am
CAS, visas and finances for international students 10.00am - 10.45am 
An introduction to University of Essex 11.00am - 11.30am 
Accommodation at University of Essex 12.00pm (midday) - 12.30pm
Middle East and North Africa drop-in session 3.00pm - 3.45pm 
UK student finance 4.00pm - 4.30pm 
Information session for parents and guardians 5.00pm - 5.30pm 
CAS, visas and finance for international students (repeat) 6.00pm - 6.45pm
Accommodation at University of Essex (repeat) 6.00pm - 6.30pm
America's drop-in session 9.00pm - 10.00pm

We are also running a separate Southeast Asia drop-in session 6 - 10 May, 4.00pm - 9.00pm (MYT) each day. To book your 30 minute slot email seasia@essex.ac.uk.

Further information for 22 May webinars will be added once confirmed, so keep an eye on this page.

 

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