The University campus provides a great learning environment and venues to chill and study with or without friends. The Student Union is tremendously helpful and completely judgement-free. As a student, you feel like you have a say both in classes and overall especially with the Student Parliament in your corner. Overall Essex University is a first rate choice in higher education.

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

The lecturers and staff in the Philosophical, Historical and Intermediary Studies (PHaIS) are informative, helpful and all seem invested in their area of study. The recent merger of departments to create PHaIS have honestly left some students feeling like their course is not so important. History resources have been lumped together with studies that may seem on the surface to collaborate well but not so much in practice. History spaces where available before feel less accessible now. That being said, the History course is still full of interesting learning opportunities and good people and worth a go.

• Course content 4.0
• Work placements and internships 5.0
• Lecturers and teaching quality 4.0
• Career prospects 4.0
• Tutor contact time 4.0
• Subject facilities 3.0

Very inclusive and diverse. There is a plethora of support for students in general, including academic help, finance advice, accommodation etc.. The University Campus is miles from the Town Centre, but it has bus stops inside the Campus. Parking spaces is a lottery game, some days good some days bad. It is no a safe location for motorbikes users. The University mentioned that is considering to allow motorbikes to access the privately owned University Road so students don't need to access the dangerous main road,but it haven't been applied yet.

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

The actual temperature of the building itself really overrides the experience for me. In winter we sit in lectures wearing coats and gloves, in warmer months it’s unbearable!! The building is pretty sad looking too, doesn’t have a nice feel to it ATALL!! The staff that support the module are great, Steve, Gurt and Aaron are great people! However, the actual structure of the course is a complete shambles! I feel like the students are over stretched and stressed as are the staff. I really have not had a good time at university atall, I cannot wait to leave! Sorry to be brutal

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 3.0
• Campus look and feel 3.0
• Student life 1.0
• Students' union 5.0

The teachers at the uni are incredible. They are some of the best people of their field and it really feel like our head of course listens to the feedback we give for future plans. The campus is not ideal as it is not cheap or fast to get into London where a lot of ideal networking and workshops are based. However, the standard of training is very high and I do feel I am getting a lot for my money. There is a compassionate and encouraging working environment that pushes my skill set to greater levels. Overall, thoroughly enjoy my time here.

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 2.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 2.0

The students at the uni are genuinely a vibe which it makes it easy for the student union to plan great stuff. In terms of studying, the fact we pay so much money and don’t have access to turnitin is a big turn off.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 3.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

A positive and negative aspect is that is well connected with central London but it’s also a quite place to live, sometime there’s nothing to do also

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

Great variety of social activities at night and in the day.

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 3.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

Everything is good, just that there is very few restaurants within walking distance from the campus.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 4.0

Being at the uni you have so much support available; whether that’s with your lectures or with your personal tutor or from the student Union. Your always kept up to date and if there any stuggles at all you always more than welcome to ask. The library’s open 24hr and all the rooms are very comfortable and spacious. The only annoying thing is that you have to tap in your lanyard for your attendance and if you forget you’re just marked as absent and they can’t undo it. But then after a while you get the hang of it so it’s not all bad

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

It’s a great place because of the top notch facilities and the peace and quiet on campus.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

I love the nature and the real feel of university life as it’s a campus university. It’s not to far from London so if you don’t want a bit more lively atmosphere your only one train stop away however, the nightlife here isn’t bad especially with the club campus and other bits in town. The societies are amazing and the SU are helpful no bad word

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

The University of Essex presents a dynamic and inclusive educational environment, emphasizing diverse perspectives and fostering a sense of community. Located in the historic town of Colchester, the campus provides a picturesque backdrop for a holistic university experience. A notable strength lies in the faculty's commitment to delivering high-quality education. Professors create engaging and intellectually stimulating classes, promoting critical thinking and practical application. The university's emphasis on interdisciplinary studies encourages a well-rounded education. While some students express concerns about larger class sizes affecting personalized attention, this is a relatively minor drawback. The university's commitment to addressing student needs through robust support services mitigates this concern, ensuring a positive academic experience. Facility accessibility and maintenance are areas for improvement, but these occasional lapses do not overshadow the overall positive aspects. The campus offers a vibrant social scene with diverse extracurricular activities, contributing to a well-rounded university experience. In conclusion, the University of Essex stands out for its commitment to diversity, engaging faculty, and vibrant campus life. While addressing minor concerns such as class sizes and facility maintenance could enhance the overall experience, it remains an appealing choice for those seeking a comprehensive education in a historic yet dynamic setting.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

My best experience are the supportive teachers and staff they are all ways willing to help me with my needs whether it is with assignments or my mental wellbeing, they are very friendly and willing to help. My only complaint about the uni is some building look dirty and unwelcoming from the outside and in

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 3.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

Amazing!!!

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

The design of the building could be improved

• Facilities 2.0
• Location 1.0
• Student support 2.0
• Campus look and feel 1.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 2.0

The location is lovely on Wivenhoe park somewhere to walk around fresh air between lectures I wish there was somewhere more relaxed with some kitchen facilities for us to use Parking is always a nightmare Most people on my course travel from far as they live at home as mature students

• Facilities 3.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

The life In campus is the most incredible things in my life. I made a lot of friends here, Try to learn different culture with my classmates, And enjoyable to fight the final exam. Campus look also really good, They have Many traffic building, A huge pool, besides the student central. On the other hands, The students Support Not as good as they look like, Sometimes, when you meet some Problem and Find Solutions With them, The one thing only they can do just told you Be patient and not to do anything, Until you forgot that thing.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 3.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 3.0

Best - social life, student union Worst - Some accomodation and student support

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 3.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 5.0

It is a lovely safe and pretty campus. But for me personally I find it a bit too quiet sometimes and find myself becoming more introverted because I don't need to leave my room for very long. I would prefer to be closer to the town so I don't have to rely on buses to visit it. For my department the student support is very understanding but I'm not sure if all departments experience this

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 5.0

Excellent facilities and resources however I do believe that not all modules throughout the years have been as helpful/educational as others due to teaching materials.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 4.0