The University of Essex

The University of Essex is based in Colchester. It offers a broad mix of teaching, research activity, and student-focused services. Its student experience is shaped by an international atmosphere, with partnerships and mobility across many countries. For many students, a major draw is the international environment created through cross-border partnerships and exchange.

Rankings

#38 (National rank)▼

National rank

Ranked #38 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #38 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #472 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #472 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

Incoming Erasmus

73+ Students/Year

Semester Dates

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Autumn Term

14 Sept - 5 Feb

Spring Term

15 Feb - 2 Jul

Drinks

Pint 🍺: €4.5Wine 🍷: €5.5

Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.)

1150 € / 2370 €

Monthly Rent (Est.)

630 €

On-Campus Housing

✅ Available

Erasmus student network

✅ Active

Affordability Score

5/10

Total Students

17,605

English Programs

✅ Courses AvailableSearch Catalogue ↗

Official Portal

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