University of Essex

At Essex, everyone is a member of the community for life. The University's three uniquely intimate campuses encourage an inter-weaving of people, ideas and disciplines. University of Essex celebrates diversity and challenges inequality. Whatever your background, race or sexual orientation, you are part of a vibrant community that lives, learns and plays together. 

There are more than 165 clubs and societies so you will find something to get involved in. They cover virtually everything across the arts, sport, politics, culture and music. Essex students love getting involved in sports teams, clubs and societies, which helps make our Students' Union one of the most active and friendliest in the UK.

Colchester Campus: Home to over 10,500 students from more than 130 countries, our Colchester Campus is the largest of our three sites, and helps to make us one of the most internationally diverse campus universities on the planet – we like to think of ourselves as the world in one place.

Southend Campus: If you’re joining our School of Health and Human Sciences, East 15 Acting School, Centre for Psychoanalytic Studies, or Essex Business School, you may well be studying at our Southend Campus. Modern and lively, with state-of-the-art facilities, and a close-knit, international community Southend is the perfect environment for living and learning. It’s a town centre campus, which means you’re in amongst the buzz of the High Street, whilst still being just a few minutes’ walk from Southend’s award-winning beaches.

Loughton Campus: Studying at East 15 Acting School in Loughton isn’t just your average student experience. You’ll be in intensive training at one of the most prestigious and original internationally respected conservatoires in the country – preparing you with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the performing arts. But fear not! It’s not all work and no play – read on to discover what student life is like in Loughton.

You can enjoy and take part in a whole range of sports while studying at Essex. We offer access to excellent, high-quality sports facilities which are also open to the public and we are also investing in making them even better. Please use the contact form to contact the University representative or visit the University of Essex website to find out more about our sports facilities. 

Wherever you are in the world, it’s important you have somewhere to call home. The University's award-winning accommodation is guaranteed to all international students for their first year of studies, so you can relax and start enjoying your Essex experience. The University's accommodation advisers are available to help with any queries you might have when you arrive and during your stay.

Employability and Careers Centre at the University of Essex helps you make the most of your Essex experience. You don't need to have your future all planned out before you see us. The University offers friendly, professional support and one-to-one advice to students and Essex graduates. The University aims to help in enhancing your employability, directing you to exciting opportunities to develop your skills, improve your CV and gain valuable experience.