University of Essex also known as The Essex Blades is a public research university located in Colchester, Essex, England. Essex is one of the top Universities in the UK for the Future of Europe alliance, selected by European Commission to promote staff and student mobility.
- University of Essex enrolls 15,317 students including 10,701 undergraduates and 2,493 postgraduates on Essex programmes at three campuses and partner institutions.
- Essex has students from more than 140 countries and over a third of student population is from outside the UK.
- Essex was placed at 15th position in The Times Higher Education World Rankings for highest percentage of international students with 44.3% students coming from foreign countries.
- University of Essex offers over 390+ full-time undergraduate courses and over 215+ postgraduate courses along with high quality short courses, summer schools and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
- It also delivers 100% online and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate degrees as well as short courses in over 60+ programs. University of Essex Online today has students from over 170 countries worldwide and over 3,000 successful graduates.
- Along with studies, Essex has a focus on sport and physical activity to contribute to health and wellbeing of the campus community.
- Essex Sport Arena opened in 2018 at Colchester Campus, is home to Essex Rebels Women's Basketball programme which have women playing in the Women's British Basketball League (WBBL).
Highlights
| Type of University | Public Research University |
| Faculty Members | 1,106 |
| Number of Undergraduate Seats | 10,701 |
| Number of Postgraduate Seats | 2,493 |
| Percentage of International Students | 44.3% |
| Annual Acceptance Rate | 58% |
| Basic Tuition Fee for International Undergraduate Students | 6,167 - 18,500 GBP |
| Basic Tution Fee for International Postgraduate Students | 7,482 - 15,000 GBP |
| Test Scores Accepted | IELTS score - 6.5 SAT scores - 1200 ACT scores - 30 TOEFL (iBT) - 76 overall |
| Official Website | essex.ac.uk |
University Of Essex Achievements And Rankings
| The Complete University Guide (2021) | Ranked #41 |
| The Guardian (2021) | Ranked #85 |
| The Sunday Times (2021) | Ranked #40 |
| QS World University Rankings (2021) | Ranked #411 |
| Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2021) | Among 301 - 350 |
| CWTS Leiden Ranking (2020) | Ranked #1005 |
| Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU, Shanghai Ranking 2020) | Among 501 - 600 |
| Times Higher Education Awards 2019 | International Collaboration of the Year Award |
| The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 | Ranked #29 |
| Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject 2019 | Ranked in top 50 for Social Sciences and 51st for Law |
| National Student Survey (NSS, 2018) | Top 15 for overall student satisfaction |
| Times Higher Education Awards in 2018 | Named University of the year |
| Teaching Excellence and Student Outcome Framework (TEF) in 2017 | Awarded Gold |
| Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014) | Among top 20 in the UK |
University Of Essex Campus
University of Essex consists of three campuses - Colchester Campus, Southend Campus and Loughton Campus.
- Colchester Campus, being the largest of three, is set within 200 acres of land, originally landscaped in the eighteenth century.
- Southend Campus is home to School of Health and Social Care, Department of Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies, and Essex Business School.
- Southend is famous for its beach resort and pier and provides state-of-the-art facilities and a close-knit international community.
- Loughton Campus, one of the most prestigious and internationally respected conservatoires in the country, bordered by London's largest open space.
- Some of the state-of-the-art facilities include Hatfields, set in five acres of beautiful land, it provides an idyllic environment for learning;
- Roding House contains rehearsal rooms, sound recording studio and video editing suite;
- Unit 4 contains a large workshop, paint shop, prop shop and teaching facilities; and
- The Corbett Theatre, a fully equipped theatre owned by the school.
University Of Essex Housing Facilities/ Residence
University of Essex provides housing facilities surrounded by a backdrop of captivating countryside, lively suburban landscapes, or coastal scenery in its three bustling campuses for applicants aspiring to study in the UK.
- Colchester campus provides a range of accommodation options for various preferences including The Towers, South Courts, The Houses, University Quays, The Copse, The Meadows and Wolfson Court.
- University Square provides over 560 student rooms arranged in flats, with all amenities of town at doorstep, and all perks of University accommodation.
- SU Homes, a property finding service, provided by Students Union at Essex, helps students to find local, private accommodation ranging from resident landlords, letting an entire house, shared houses and purpose built student accommodation.
- Study rooms available on campus are fully furnished with beds, mattresses, desk, chair, bookshelves, a wardrobe,etc and fully equipped kitchens costing from 3,863 to 8,400 GBP.
- Applications for new students are open for October, 2021 and students can apply via My Essex Applicant Portal. First year students are guaranteed on-campus accomodations at Essex.
University Of Essex Programs, Faculties And Divisions
University of Essex offers over 900+ undergraduate and graduate courses under divisions of three faculties, comprising 21 schools and departments:
- Faculty of Humanities
- Essex ranked in the top 20 for research excellence in Philosophy, and top 10 for research excellence in Art History (REF 2014).
- Faculty of Science and Health
- Students at Essex learn from scientists who are working on vital issues including the nature of ageing and the future of the internet.
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Essex is rated 4th in the UK for research excellence in social sciences with politics research confirmed as best in the UK (REF 2014)
Essex brings together academics from across various disciplines and departments for delivering research, including the Human Rights Centre, the Institute for Analytics and Data Science and the Institute for Social and Economic Research.
- Essex is home to five research centres:
- the Centre for Criminology,
- the Centre for Latin American and Caribbean Studies,
- the Centre for Intimate and Sexual Citizenship,
- the Centre for Research in Economics Sociology and Innovation, and
- the Centre for Migration Studies.
University Of Essex Application Process
Applications for 2021 admissions at University of Essex are now open till July 2021 and students can apply through:
- UCAS
- Applications are made via UCAS Apply and Track Service after payment of fee.
- Fill out all the details, upload the personal statement, select the course and track the application status.
- Submitted applications are reviewed by the Admission Team.
- UCAS Track provides information about the decision.
- UCAS Track allows students to accept the offer as firm (first) choice and insurance (second) choice.
- Direct Admission Form
- Create a profile, username and password online at Admission Form of Essex.
- Login to complete the application form.
- Provide all the details including, personal statement, higher qualifications, etc.
- Track the application status and receive information about the offer via myEssex applicant portal.
- Follow the instructions provided in the offer letter.
Application Fee
Students have to deposit 20 - 25 GBP as application fee when applying via UCAS depending upon the number of course choices.
Application Deadlines
| Fall Session Start Date - October 2021 |
Application Deadline - July 2021 |
| Spring Session Start Date - January 2022 |
Application Deadline - October 2021 |
Admission Requirements
Wide range of qualifications considered for admissions to Undergraduate courses at University of Essex includes:
- A-levels
- BTEC qualifications
- International Baccalaureate Diploma and Certificates
- QAA-approved Access to HE Diplomas
- Practicing professional qualifications
- Extended Project, Core Maths qualification or an additional AS-level (in case results fall short by small margin)
- GCSE English at grade C/4 or above in exams to study in UK
English Language Requirements
| IELTS | 5.0 - 6.0 overall |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 76 - 88 overall |
| Pearson Test of English | 50 - 58 overall |
| Cambridge English Qualifications | 169 - 176 overall |
| Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English | Pass overall |
| LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator | High Pass in Written Test and Pass in Spoken English |
| Michigan English Test | Successful completion of ECPE |
| KITE | 426 - 475 |
Key things to include in the application:
- Details of all qualifications
- Personal statement
- Suitable Reference
- Tier 4 Visa under UK Government's Points Based Immigration System (PBIS) ; for international students. International Graduates in the UK have different requirements for a visa.
Entry requirements for postgraduate courses:
- 2:2 or above international qualifications
- Documents related to previous studies and work experience
- Official transcripts in English or certified translation of academic results showing marks or grades
- A copy of CV for particular courses
- Recent references, signed and dated by referee or an email from referee
University Of Essex Cost Of Attendance
Estimated cost of study in UK for international students and an average student including cost of accommodation, food, local travel, at University of Essex:
| Accomodation | 3,863 - 8,733 GBP |
| Food | 1,170 - 2,100 GBP (At 30 - 50 GBP per week) |
| Books and course materials | 605 GBP |
| Clothing | 498 - 522 GBP |
| Local travel | 325 - 500 GBP |
| Others | 1,100 - 2,041 GBP |
| Total | 10,238 - 14,079 GBP |
Figures are intended as a guide only and can vary depending on students.
University Of Essex Scholarships And Financial Aids
Financial support for international students is provided at University of Essex in form of scholarships, bursaries and research council funding.
| Award | Amount | Eligibility | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Scholarships- Undergraduate and postgraduate | Varying Amounts | Awards are available for students from various regions and backgrounds. | essex.ac.uk/fees-and-funding |
| International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship | 2,000 GBP | Students having achieved academic excellence in International Baccalaureate | essex.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/ug/scholarships/ |
| Academic Excellence International Masters Scholarships | Varying Amounts | International students meeting high academic standards starting in January 2021 or October 2021 | essex.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/masters/scholarships/ |
| Sports scholarships and bursaries | Varying Amounts | Students with outstanding sporting ability | essex.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/research/scholarships/ |
WORK WHILE YOU STUDY
- University of Essex offers working options as part of a degree for students to gain experience and develop professional skills.
- CareerHub platforms offer various volunteering and job options for international students, graduates and staff.
- Paid internships while studying are offered by Essex Interns from a range of business sectors and organisations to commercial businesses and creative and cultural organisations.
- CareerHub Vacancy Board at University of Essex provides numerous paid opportunities for students on campus including:
- Accomodation Jobs
- Event Essex Jobs
- Frontrunners
- Residence Life Jobs
- Student Ambassador Roles
- Students Union Jobs
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme
- Welcome Assistant Jobs
University Of Essex Placements
University of Essex provides skills to enhance ability and CV of students along with necessary advice and support for all undergraduate, masters and PhD students.
| Proper and accurate information | Range of resources and services | Extra-curricular opportunities | Helps in starting own business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diversity in careers, developing a career plan, and career events. |
For students to find the right job. | Career mentoring programme | Connect with Essex Startups for support with starting their own business. |
| Regulations for working in the UK. | To promote University and higher education as Student Ambassador. | The Big Essex Award for voluntary activities | Funding opportunities upto 3,000 BGP |
| Advice for working and studying abroad. | Information about work placements and work based learning. | Generation Essex for support in final year and beyond. | - |
| Career leaflets to help students find work and further study options. | Paid extracurricular internships for recent graduates. | Rising Stars, an university-wide initiative to improve social mobility for the diverse student population. | - |
- Average salary of graduates and alumni of University of Essex-
| Degree | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Master | 67,000 GBP |
| Masters in Finance | 55,000 GBP |
| LLM | 49,000 GBP |
| Bachelor (Other) | 48,000 GBP |
| Masters in Science | 45,000 GBP |
| Masters of Arts | 44,000 GBP |
University Of Essex Alumni Network
Essex offers a lifelong Essex alumni membership and support for former and studying students or staff for access to exclusive benefits, discounts and news.
- Membership benefits and discounts include:
- Careers Support
- Postgraduate discount
- JSTOR digital library access and access to Albert Sloman Library at Colchester Campus
- Discounted room hire and conference packages
- Discounted theatre tickets
- Concessionary rate gym membership
- Discounted executive education programmes
- Recognition of alumni who have achieved excellence in sport through Essex Alumni Sports Awards
- Jack Burrell, Alumni Sports Awards Winner 2019
- Jack Burrell, Alumni Sports Awards Winner 2019
- University of Essex has honoured more than 300 people for contributions towards learning, creativity and knowledge
- Harry Murray, MBE, 2019 awarded Catey Lifetime Achievement Award in 2008
- Bruce Galleway, 2019, recognised as National Headway Volunteer of Year 2011
- Tony Sewell, CBE, 2019, awarded a CBE 2016 for services to education.
- Betty Makoni, 2019, works in Girls Empowerment Initiative UK
- Max Whitlock, MBE, 2019, awarded an MBE 2017 for services to gymnastics.
- The University of Essex Alumnus of the Year Award recognises the achievements of former students.
- Melissa Johns, 2019, Actor trained at East 15 Acting School
- Aaron Jones, 2018, Studied International Enterprise and Business Development
- Jianwei Zhsng, 2017, completed TESOL, first visually impaired candidate to take IELTS in China's southwest region.
