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4.04.22.82171 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsI think is the best option for a new student that moved to a new city as it offers everything you need
18-24 years
First gen student
It's safe and the teaching is interactive, multidisciplinary and always changing
i study at the colchester campus and it is such an amazing uni! there’s so much to do, for example, they have their own store to buy merch lol, lots of cafes, a massive library, a cinema, a bar, many lecture rooms you can explore, oh and A LOT of accommodation buildings lol. everyone’s really supportive and i feel safe here. i really love it, i’m glad i came to this uni and i really want to study here again after my course ends! :)
This university is truly one of a kind. The staff are really nice, the campus setting is really welcoming and pretty, and there are so many societies to join; definitely a place for anyone and everyone. The diversity in this university is also vast.
The best aspects of my experience include the support from staff, accessibility to resources, lecture time duration, and considerate breaks in between lectures. The worst aspect of my experience has been problems with heating in lecture halls.
I don’t like the group presentations
It's an amazing experience to be here. Great interest in students progress and an all round support to make the experience count.
University of Essex is extremely diverse and very supportive to their students. Excellent facilities and opportunities available.
I think it’s amazing for the student life because there’s so many activities constantly on campus. I also feel privileged with the amount of facilities on campus from their technology to having lawyers if you needed one to people to advise how to start up a business. I think the one thing they could improve with is how they get the information across to the students, with so much to offer I feel a lot of students aren’t aware of how many things they have access to. I know a lot of students that when they ask for help my answer is “we have someone on campus that could help!”
Best parts of uni are people are extremely helpful especially staff and teacher there is no bad thing about uni
The students union holds a lot of activities to try to get people to interact. However, sometimes attendance for those events are low and people will stick to their friends and not meet new people.
I love how the campus it has various study areas such as cafes and individual study pods in the library! Whenever i’m at campus i can see how culture oriented it is especially on Thursdays, i get to see these food stalls from different kinds of cultures with various and affordable meals. I just wish they did more events that bring us all together on certain days of the week, as a busy student i’m sure they do i just don’t get the time to actually go and see it. Other than that it has a great teaching facility and are always happy to help out. I enjoy my lab days the most because the lecturers make me understand it so well.
I love the tutors and other people from the university, they are very friendly! Good teaching Could use some activities for free time I like it overall
There are a lot of useful facilities and great security. Although, some accomodation may be too far from the center of the campus.
The attitude of the front desk staff at GP is poor
The location of Essex is average, but the campus environment and teaching quality are still good.
University of Essex is a well-known institution in the UK with its own distinct characteristics:Pros:Strong Research Profile: Essex excels in various academic disciplines, particularly in the fields of social sciences, humanities, and law, showcasing a robust research foundation.High Degree of Internationalization: The university hosts students from around the globe, fostering a diverse and international academic environment, enriching students' global perspectives.Innovative Teaching Methods: Essex emphasizes innovation and practical learning, utilizing diverse teaching methods that encourage students to engage in independent research and practical projects.Cons:Relatively Small Campus Size: Compared to some larger comprehensive universities, Essex has a relatively small campus, which may limit students in certain aspects of choice and experience.Somewhat Remote Location: Located in Colchester in the eastern part of England, the university is relatively distant from London, which might be less ideal for students seeking a bustling city life.Some Programs may lack the Reputation of Top-tier Universities: While excelling in certain fields, not all programs at Essex may enjoy the same international reputation as those offered by top-tier universities.
Numerous study spaces on campus allow for you to study in groups or alone. In case you are not on campus to study, there are recreational areas to either be alone or with friends. It would be better if more indoor spaces were not meant for studying but instead for socializing or taking a break.
Excellent student support
4.3
Honestly fantastic Uni. You can quickly see how passionate the lecturers and staff are passionate about giving a positive experience to the students. One drawback of the Uni is the location. Colchester is no where near the top of the list of places I'd want to live in, in the UK. Despite this, the campus makes up for this tenfold. It is diverse in its student population but also lovely campus to be on. To add to this, the Uni provides do many brilliant opportunities as well as alerting its student body to any relevant opportunities that aren't even ran by the Uni. For example, I received Emails about what opportunities could further my pathway in law such as 10,000 black interns. Overall fantastic University, just a shame it is located in Colchester. One upside to the location is that it is a relatively quick train ride away from London. Tbf tho, if travelling to London is too expensive the surrounding cities are also lovely. Speaking from experience, ice skating in Chelmsford during the holiday season should be on any Essex students bucket list.
Personally had to give a five out of five for all aspects of the uni relating to my course. The only thing I give 4 stars to is facilities, but that may be bias because I am jealous of how nice the business school is. Anyway, the opportunities and support deserve 5 stars as the go above and beyond. The Essex law clinic is a great example of how Essex aims to provide students with a well rounded education.
I personally enjoy living in the Pastures but I have hear negative experiences. Speaking for myself, I have enjoyed the fresh feeling of the newly built accomodation and feel as tho I have not experienced any major issues with the handling or the layout of the building. Actually the from doors can be annoying sometime the automatic doors don't open and have to be pulled manually. I know, first world problems!