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Events was really engaging and nice
incredible community, the lectures are nice and easy to follow, and the lecturers are amazing
Gym is very nice, could do with a couple more weight machines though. Love the food stalls as well.
best - campus has everything we need, everything close by, clinical skills lab is really helpful and has a realistic feel worst - only real shop is the spar, which is quite expensive
It’s an okay place to study - I am quite concerned with the amount of teachers and departments being removed that this will impact my 4th year of study
best is cheap bevs and shops.
45-54 years
First gen student
There are lots of support given in and around the university, especially in the library they are always on hand to help and give advice. There are so many good things about the university, it's always maintained and clean, plenty of amazing places to eat. Everyone is friendly
Best= everything you need is on campus Worst= How disruptive students are handled in accommodation. If you report they offer to move you, and if multiple people report they're also receiving offers to move. Nothing gets done about the problematic student, who should be moved/kicked out instead of the other 1-12 compliant student residents.
I really like the campus, such as the buildings and there’s lots of good places for food and drink. I feel a part of something and I will miss coming here when I’m gone.
One of the best aspects of my university experience has been campus life. There are many activities, societies, and events available, which create a vibrant and engaging environment beyond academics. This makes it a great place to study because students have opportunities to get involved, meet new people, and develop skills outside the classroom. One area that could be improved is classroom engagement. In some modules, lectures can feel overly theoretical and participation levels are sometimes low, which can make sessions less dynamic. Encouraging more interactive teaching methods and student involvement could make classes more engaging and enhance the overall learning experience.
A campus with its own life and a brilliant outdoor market. lovely outdoor space and indoor venues including nightclubs, drama and a cinema. Great place to study, beautiful library
Uni is great has clubs and bars in campus making nights out socialising and making friends super easy Sports facilities are amazing
The atmosphere feels lively when you first arrive, the accommodation areas fit perfectly for self-studying in your own time and there are great places for activities and social events if you want to socialise. For improvements, maybe setting up study groups or activities to help with extra learning or form connections with other students.
Great variation of study spaces, always clean and accessible Helpful staff I wish societies and clubs were more accessible for commuters as I have never joined a society because of how late they take place (I know it can't really be helped) but it has affected how I socialise at uni because I am missing out on many social events due to the time they take place.
Student union is great- always something on, very reliable. Lots of accommodation options- no need to move off campus ever. Plenty of study spaces and always support available
Essex uni is an incredibly supportive university. I have ADHD and chronic fatigue that has impacted my studies quite significantly, but they have helped me both practically with study skills and emotionally to make sure the stress doesn’t get too much. All my classes are very interesting and moodle is a well structured learning platform to learn outside of class.
My best experience would be the spirit that Essex university brings and maybe my worst aspect of the uni experience is the money
The best aspect of my uni experience was deciding to live in the accomodation at the Pastures in my second year. I commuted my first year of university and found it more of a struggle for motivation and time. Moving into the Pastures was the best idea I have had, I have made so many friends that I now get to live with and enjoy every moment of it. The worst aspect of my uni experience would have to be seeing the damage that is currently happening to our university. Getting rid of the Southend Campus as well as 400 Staff members is a really worrying time, not only for our mentors and lecturers, but for the future of our education as well.
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24/7 university
Lots of lectures