Essex, University of

We are Essex: home to the daring and the tenacious, a place for the ambitious and the bold. For the ones who want to challenge the status quo, and make their mark on the world.

Be taught and supported by world-leading academic, have the freedom to ask difficult questions and have a genuine license to take intellectual risks as a postgraduate student. We provide you with much more than a degree – we want you to ask questions and challenge convention.

At Essex you’re taught by world-leading academics in a supportive and research-intensive environment. We are ranked Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2017) which means we deliver an excellent educational experience. Our trailblazing 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 2020).

Here, you can discover the world in one place with a global reputation and outlook. Our international community attracts students from over 150 nationalities and outstanding living and learning environment develops exceptional graduates with the skills and knowledge to make a difference.

Join Nobel Prize-winners, award-winning directors, presidents, astronauts and over 75,000 other alumni who have gone on to shape the world and share the Essex spirit.

So what are you waiting for? Join our lively and supportive postgraduate community and immerse yourself in pioneering thinking. If you’re keen to make an impact and the change the world around you, welcome home.

Want to learn more about studying at Essex?

We have Postgraduate Virtual Week taking place from Monday 1 to Friday 5 February.

This event will run throughout the week and there will be a range of online sessions that you can join, listen to and engage with.

To help you understand more about doing a postgraduate degree at Essex, we'll introduce you to our academic departments, our research excellence and impact, and will cover other topics such as how to apply, and fees and funding.

You will also have plenty of opportunities to speak with staff and students, and ask questions.

Book your space soon by popping onto our event page (https://www.essex.ac.uk/events/2021/02/01/postgraduate-week) and completing a short form. You will also find further details about the event, as well as times for each session.