University of Essex Online

University of Essex Online

University of Essex Online provides 100% online part-time undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and short courses in business, computing, education, health, criminology and psychology. Our students benefit from a flexible approach to learning while receiving the same dedicated support they expect from a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2025).

Top reasons to study here

  • Study online, graduate on campus. All your learning and assessments will be completed 100% online yet you'll gain the same certificate as campus students.
  • Learn from anywhere and at any time that suits you. A state-of-the-art virtual learning platform provides you with 24/7 access to interactive study resources.
  • The University of Essex Online achieved excellence for teaching, learning and academic support in the 2023 National Student Survey (NSS).

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History

We are one of the longest-running providers of wholly online degrees in the UK and we’ve put over a decade of expertise to good use in designing our programmes. The University of Essex Online achieves excellence for teaching, learning and academic support in the 2023 National Student Survey (NSS).

Education

Our programmes are specifically designed for online delivery, combining gold standard teaching with the latest technology and enabling you to study from anywhere in the world.

All our qualifications are awarded and validated by the University of Essex, an award-winning university with a 60-year heritage of teaching and research excellence. On completion of your studies, you’ll be invited to graduate at the University of Essex’s Colchester campus. You will receive the same certificate as campus-based students – your mode of study is only mentioned on your academic transcript.

Research

Our online tutors are specialists in their respective fields. They are passionate about what they teach and combine their knowledge of industry practice with high-quality academic delivery, offering you an unparalleled learning experience.

Career

Whether you're an experienced professional looking to progress your career or a recent graduate who wants to boost their CV, online study is a cost-effective, convenient and flexible way to get ahead.

University Ranking

World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
351 -50
2024
301
2023
301
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
472 -13
2024
459 6
2023
465
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2024
501 -100
2023
401
2022
-
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
606
2023
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.

Student services

Our team of dedicated student advisers and study skills specialists provide world-class mentoring and academic support to you from your first day to graduation. The team will be on hand to help and guide you as you progress through your studies. Whatever the question or issue, they will work with you to find a solution.

Library services

Your course will be delivered through a state-of-the-art virtual learning environment, which provides you with 24/7 access to high-quality resources, including lecturecasts, discussion forums, live seminars and Q&A sessions, as well as an eLibrary. Even your assessments will be completed entirely online – there’s no need for you to travel to an assessment centre!

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