
University of Essex

OVERVIEW
We’re a university where curiosity prevails, and where exploring new ways of thinking and pushing boundaries, isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected.
We were named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2018.
We’re proud to be Gold rated in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2017 and ranked in the top 30 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide. We’re also in the top 25 for research quality in the Good University Guide and top 15 for the sixth year running in The National Student Survey for overall student satisfaction (2018, overall student satisfaction, English mainstream universities*).
We’re committed to two things: excellence in teaching and excellence in research. We put student success at the heart of our mission, supporting every student from every background to achieve outstanding outcomes; preparing our students to thrive in their future lives.
YEAR FOUNDED
It was established in 1963, welcomed its first students in 1964 and received its Royal Charterin 1965. Essex’s motto, “Thought the harder, heart the keener”.
OVERALL RANKING
Rank 44 in The UK Complete University Guide 2020
https:https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/rankings
KEY FACTS
Teacher Excellence Framework (TEF) : Gold Status
- Top 20 for the most international student community in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018.
- Top ten for political science and international relations (Centre for World University Rankings 2017).
- Top 50 for law and social sciences in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018.
- Top 50 for politics and sociology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019.
Total Student: 15317
International students : 17%
Nationality : 71% UK, 13% EU, 17% International
Campuses:
a) Colster
b) Southend
c) Loughton
Faculties:
a) Faculties of Humanities
b) Faculties of Science and Health
c) Faculties of Social Science
OUR GALLERY
PROGRAMMES
Philosophy and Art
Undergraduate Courses
- Curating
- Philosophy
- Art History
- European Studies
- Latin American Studies
- Liberal Arts
- Philosophy and Law
- Philosophy and History
- Philosophy and Politics
- Philosophy and Sociology
- Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
- Global Studies
- Literature and Art History
- Philosophy and Art History
- Philosophy with Human Rights
- Global Studies with Politics
- Film Studies and Art History
Postgraduate Courses
- Curating
- Art History and Theory
- Philosophy
Literature and Film
Undergraduate Courses
- Drama
- Film Studies
- English Literature
- Multimedia Journalism
- Creative Writing
- Drama and Literature
- Journalism and Politics
- Journalism and Sociology
- Journalism and Literature
- Journalism and Philosophy
Postgraduate Courses
- Translation and Literature
- Creative Writing
- Film and Literature
- Film Studies
Language
Undergraduate Courses
- Linguistics
- Language Studies
- Modern Languages
Postgraduate Courses
- Linguistics
- Psycholinguistics
- Analysing Language Use
- Translation and Literature
- Translation, Interpreting and Subtitling
Business
Undergraduate Courses
- Economics
- Financial Economics
- Management Economics
- International Economics
- Business Economics
- History and Economics
- Finance
- Marketing
- Accounting
- Tourism Management
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Banking and Finance
- Accounting with Economics
- International Business and Entrepreneurship
Postgraduate Courses
- Finance
- Accounting
- Management
- Algorithmic Trading
- Economics
- Money and Banking
- International Development
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Advertising, Marketing and the Media
- International Marketing and Entrepreneurship
- Business Administration
Sociology
Undergraduate Courses
- Sociology
- Criminology
- BA Social Anthropology
- Communications and Digital Culture
Postgraduate Courses
- Sociology
- Migration Studies
- Criminology
Computing and Engineering
Undergraduate Courses
- Computer Games
- Computer Science
- Electronic Engineering
- Communications Engineering
- Computer Networks
- Robotic Engineering
- Mechatronic Systems
- Computers with Electronics
- Computer Systems Engineering
- Neural Engineering with Psychology
Postgraduate Courses
- Computer Games
- Artificial Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Networks and Security
- Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Politics and International Relation
Undergraduate Courses
- Politics
- International Relations
- International Development
- Political Economics
- Economics and Politics
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Postgraduate Courses
- Political Economy
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Politics
- Conflict Resolution
- Global and Comparative Politics
- Ideology and Discourse Analysis
- Public Opinion and Political Behaviour
Acting and Performance
Undergraduate Courses
- Acting
- Physical Theatre
- World Performance
- Acting and Stage Combat
- Acting and Community Theatre
- Stage and Production Management
- Creative Producing (Theatre and Short Film)
Postgraduate Courses
- Acting
- Theatre Directing
- Theatre Practice
History
Undergraduate Courses
- BA History
- BA Modern History
Postgraduate Courses
- History
- War, Culture and Society
Law
Undergraduate Courses
- Law
- Law with Finance
- Law with Politics
- Law with Business
- Law with Philosophy
- Law with Criminology
- Law with Human Rights
Postgraduate Courses
- Maritime Law
- International Trade Law
- International Humanitarian Law
- International Human Rights Law
- Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
- Theory and Practice of Human Rights
Mathematical Sciences
Undergraduate Courses
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Mathematics with Physics
- Actuarial Science
- Economics and Mathematics
- Mathematics with Computing
- Data Science and Analytics
- Finance and Mathematics
Postgraduate Courses
- Statistics
- Data Science
- Business Analytics
- Algorithmic Trading
- Big Data and Text Analytics
- Mathematics
- Actuarial Science
Life Sciences
Undergraduate Courses
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Human Biology
- Biological Sciences
- Marine Biology
- Biomedical Science
Postgraduate Courses
- Biotechnology
- Cancer Biology
- Molecular Medicine
- Tropical Marine Biology
Health and Social Care
Undergraduate Courses
- Social Work
- Nursing (Adult)
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Nursing (Mental Health)
Postgraduate Courses
- Health Research
- Social Work
Psychology
Undergraduate Courses
- Psychology
- Cognitive Science
- Psychology with Economics
- Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience
Postgraduate Courses
- Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology
Hospitality and Event Management
Undergraduate Courses
- Events Management
- Hospitality Management
Postgraduate Courses
Sport
Undergraduate Courses
- Sports Therapy
- Sports and Exercise Science
- Sports Performance and Coaching
Postgraduate Courses
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Sport and Exercise Psychology

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