Home to curious, brave and daring people. We are a university where curiosity reigns, where exploring new ways of thinking and pushing boundaries is not only encouraged but expected. We are about people who want to learn how but question why.

We were named University of the Year at the 2018 Times Higher Education Awards because of our determination to do things differently and put student success at the center of everything we do.

From over 140 countries, he attracts over 15,500 students, making him one of the most internationally diverse universities in the world. Here in Essex, the world gathers in her one place. At Essex, you’ll be taught by world-leading academics in a supportive, research-intensive environment. Our groundbreaking research continues to change the world for the better and we are ranked 25th in the UK for research quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021). We are proud to have provided excellent research and teaching for over 50 years.

Whether he studies in the beautiful historic parklands of the Colchester campus, in the bustling and vibrant city center of South End-on-Sea, or in his majestic home base in Loughton, he is one of the happiest groups of students in the world. is your chance to join one. The flexibility of our courses gives you the power to pursue what is important to you. Now’s your chance to join Nobel laureates, award-winning directors, presidents, popular actors, astronauts and more than 100,000 alumni who have shaped the world and share the Essex spirit.