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University of Essex

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Overview

Founded in 1964, the University of Essex is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Colchester (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), East of England. This institution also has a branch campus in Loughton and Southend-on-Sea. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Essex is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Essex offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 60-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. University of Essex also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Essex's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Essex's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Essex' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Essex's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1964
Motto Thought the harder, heart the keener
Colours Red and purple
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official University of Essex general video presentation.

University Location

Address Wivenhoe Park
Colchester
CO4 3SQ East of England
United Kingdom
University of Essex's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Essex Phone Number +44 (1206) 873 333
University of Essex Fax Number +44 (1206) 873 589
Other locations Loughton and Southend-on-Sea

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Essex's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Essex's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Essex's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Essex.

University of Essex: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Essex's admission information.

University of Essex's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Essex's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Essex a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Essex's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Essex's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Essex has more than 5700 international students.

University of Essex's Admission Office Admission Office

Admissions, University of Essex
Colchester CO4 3SQ
(1206) 873 333
(1206) 873 666

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Essex.

University of Essex's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Essex has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Essex's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 900-999 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Essex's Control Type Control Type

University of Essex is a public higher education institution.


University of Essex's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Essex is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Essex's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Essex's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Essex does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Essex's main facilities:


University of Essex's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Essex's Library


University of Essex's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Essex's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Essex's main services:


University of Essex's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Essex's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Essex's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Essex's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Essex's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Essex's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Essex is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1964


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Essex's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Hospitality (IoH)
  • National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Essex's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities UK
  • European University Association (EUA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Essex 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Essex's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Essex's Facebook page University of Essex's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Essex's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Essex's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Essex's YouTube channel University of Essex's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Essex's Instagram page University of Essex's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Essex's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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