University of Essex

It's impossible to get bored at Essex. Our campuses are buzzing with life so you'll always find something to do. With lively, state-of-the-art facilities and a close-knit community, we provide you with a perfect environment for living and learning. Try something new, rediscover an old hobby or find your voice. You can choose from arts, sports clubs and societies to make your Essex experience unforgettable. Because of the amazing experience we provide our students, we are ranked Top 30 for overall student positivity out of all English Broad Discipline Institutions (THE, National Student Survey 2023).

Essex is the culturally vibrant county that's home to our three campuses: Colchester, Southend-on-Sea and Loughton. Beyond the eastern edge of London, Essex is home to a fascinating mixture of both modern and traditional cities, towns and villages, and has one of the longest coastlines in Britain.

The city of Colchester is steeped in over two thousand years of history, and it's also where our main university campus is located. Southend-on-Sea has the longest pleasure pier in the world, where you can ride on the pier train and taste the best fish and chips you'll probably ever eat. Less than 30 minutes from Central London, our third campus in Loughton can be found just outside the hustle and bustle of the capital. 

Depending on where you are stood in the county, you could easily find yourself surrounded by a backdrop of captivating countryside, lively suburban landscapes, or coastal scenery.