Home to the curious, brave, and bold. We’re a university
where curiosity prevails, and where exploring new ways of thinking and pushing
boundaries, isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. We’re about people who love
to learn how, but want to challenge why.
- #301 Ranking
- 4 Courses
- 843 Academic Staff
- 15,500 Students
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- Named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2018.
- Proud to be Gold rated in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2017 and 25th in the UK for research quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021)
- Committed to two things: excellence in teaching and excellence in research.
Short Courses
Law (2)
- Short Course Conflict and International Law Short Course
- Short Course Essex Human Rights Online Summer School
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Short Course Essex Autonomy Project Summer School
Computer Science & IT (1)
Humanities (1)
- Short Course Essex Autonomy Project Summer School
Medicine & Health (1)
- Short Course Essex Autonomy Project Summer School
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
Social Sciences (1)
- Short Course Essex Human Rights Online Summer School
About
History
Sir Albert's plans were seen as so ground-breaking that he was asked to give the BBC's prestigious Reith Lectures in 1963, the year before we opened. The flagship lectures were a chance to explain how Essex was going to break the mould and challenge expectations about what a university could be.
Education
Our three faculties oversee teaching, academic development and research in our departments and schools while developing strong partnerships with business and industry.
Research
The dedication to offering to the students a transformational education has led to Essex being awarded the highest rating of Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
The UK Government introduced the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) to recognise and reward excellent learning and teaching, and ensure that prospective students can make informed choices.
The TEF Panel judged the University of Essex delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students and is of the highest quality found in the UK.
Career
The Employability and Careers Centre can provide you with help and advice, as well as the chance to develop your employability through some fantastic and unique experiences and opportunities.
They're here to:
- Offer you friendly and professional, one-to-one sessions to discuss your future career.
- Provide workshops to help with everything from writing a CV to interview skills.
- Advise on part-time, vacation and graduate job opportunities, both on and off campus.
- Get you signed-up for your Big Essex Award - your chance to record your work experience and extra-curricular activities on your degree transcript.
- Help to support you in starting your own business with advice, workshops and tips.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
301
2022
301
2021
301
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
401
2021
401 100
2020
501
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
465 -26
2022
439 -28
2021
411
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
633 10
2022
643 13
2021
656
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. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Essex has a wide range of support covering academic and health and wellbeing issues. The friendly and professional staff will be able to guide, advise and assist you during your time at Essex.
Housing services
Essex has a range of accommodation options to suit different needs, preferences and budgets, all within walking distance of the academic departments and campus facilities. We also have adapted rooms and shared accommodation available.
Library services
With three libraries and 24/7 study facilities, the library is there to make sure everything is at your fingertips. With dedicated quiet study spaces, out of hours chat, one-to-one slots to meet librarians and online resources, the library will help you through your degree no matter what.
Student Life
Campus life
- Colchester Campus
- Southend Campus
Our Southend Campus is based in the heart of this vibrant and modern seaside town.
With its lively, state-of-the-art facilities and a close-knit international community, Southend is the perfect environment for living and learning.
Sports facilities
University of Essex has something for everyone from informal drop-in Active sessions, easy to follow learn-to sports courses, a high-tech gym, over 200 monthly fitness classes, indoor and outdoor courts and pitches, and much more. You’re sure to have fun and make a load of new friends along the way.
Student clubs
From the departmentally-focused and culturally-based, to the downright weird and wonderful (Harry Potter Society, anyone?), there's an SU society for everyone. Whether you enjoy cringing through those 'so-bad-they're-good' films, have a passion for cheese and wine, want to gain even more support and experience in your subject, or just want to see some friendly faces from your home country, the chances are there'll be a club or society for you to join.
Accreditation
- CIPD
- CMI
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT(UK))
Other programmes from this organisation
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