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4.04.22.82171 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsThe student Union is incredible! They are fun as well as there for whatever help you might need :).
Southend is like my second home now, the city is quite slow with beautiful scenery
I love that everything you need is on campus, accomodation has affordable options and is a good way to meet people, I don’t like the fact it is far away from town and supermarkets and the store can be expensive so affordable living takes more planning.
18-24 years
First gen student
The student life and campus are amazing, it’s a safe space full of fun things to do.
london is only 40 minutes away which is a dream for international students. there’s lots of student activities and things to do. i would just suggest that there should be some more security at sub (especially by the bars) because people do get a bit touchy.
All correct
Great atmosphere and a great place to make friends
north towers should be renovated, it is not a pleasant place to live and the facilities are very temperamental
The worse thing is that from the last 6 months i did not get part time job and there is no people to talk for me
The uni has an amazing feel, the vibe is great. The grounds are superb and the level of education I feel I receive is fab. The staff I have encountered are all friendly and supportive. The facilities are of a high standard.
The Student Union is amazing here at Essex. They deliver different events for us, including cultural events. The campus looks gorgeous. Staff in my department are very helpful
Some of the class room are a bit cold . Make a confort space with big sofa coutch ect
With its renowned reputation for academic excellence, vibrant campus community, and robust support services, University of Essex stands out as the ideal destination for my higher education journey. The university's commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a welcoming environment where students from all backgrounds thrive. Coupled with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities, University of Essex offers a holistic college experience that aligns perfectly with my academic interests and career aspirations. Additionally, the university's strong focus on career preparation, personalized support, and financial aid packages ensures that I will receive the guidance and resources needed to succeed both academically and professionally. They provide the perfect backdrop for my educational and personal growth, making it the best place for me to pursue my studies.
18-24 years
First gen student
We might not have the prettiest campus in the country but the vibe here is great. Our facilities are above average and the staff genuinely care about us and are so helpful when needed. Colchester is a decent place to be located in and we’re only a 20 minute train ride from the sea and an hour into central London. I love living here and would recommend it to anyone considering it.
I think the student union is very involved with planning events which helps to bring students together and make new friends. I have also found this is the case for societies. I believe a bigger focus on mental health and student support could really benefit the university. Also the health centre could be looked at, as while it is in a very useful place for students to access, I have found it’s not easily accessible to organise appointments.
The University of Essex is a great place to study, I’m in final year and have truly had the best experience here at Essex.
I am currently doing a semester abroad at the University of Essex, as I am from Canada. So far my time here has been pleasant, as the campus and classes have been good, and have been fairly easy to transition to from back home.
so diverse
Fun
4.3
Lots of facilities and welcoming people. Easy to navigate and good location. However could have an increase in events to do on campus both in day and nighttime, as they have both dropped in the last year or so. The student support could be improved a lot as well.
Good range of content learned, fantastic facilities for psychology department. However tutors and lecturers could be more helpful and give more information on the course.
Decent halls for a good price. Kept clean and safe. Little bit of a walk to campus but not too far that it’s an issue.