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University of Essex Fearless, Adventurous, Determined. Think you know Essex? Think again. Essex is home to the tenacious, the inquisitive, the bold, and those impatient for change.

As an Essex student you don't just learn how; challenging the norm is not just encouraged, it’s expected. When you’re a member of the University of Essex, you will have the freedom to challenge, the confidence to speak out, and the courage to share your ideas. We're committed to excellence in education and excellence in research and we're one of a select group of universities which excel in both.

We're 25th for research quality, and rated in the top 30 in the UK by the Sunday Times Complete University Guide 2022. Here are just some of the reasons that studying for your degree at Essex is probably the best decision you could make:

*You learn in a cutting-edge and stimulating environment of world-class research and educational excellence

*Study abroad or undertake a placement year in your chosen industry at no extra cost.

*Our strong sense of community – students, staff and graduates are all members of our family.

*Essex introduces you to people from every corner of the planet, we have students from over 130 different countries.

*Employability and careers support - not only while you're here, but for life.

A pioneering robotic surgery system developed at Essex is heading to the world stage, with students set to present at th...
25/08/2026

A pioneering robotic surgery system developed at Essex is heading to the world stage, with students set to present at the 2026 IEEE International Conference on Cyborg and Bionic Systems in Germany.

Combining robotics, magnetic guidance and touch-based feedback, the technology could help surgeons perform delicate procedures inside blood vessels more safely and remotely.

Three Essex students have co-authored a new report for leading free expression organisation Index on Censorship, followi...
24/08/2026

Three Essex students have co-authored a new report for leading free expression organisation Index on Censorship, following a collaboration between our Human Rights Centre Clinic and Journalism department.

The students examine how governments are increasingly using travel bans to silence journalists, activists, academics and human rights defenders.

Seven prime ministers in ten years tells one story. World Bank data tells another: the UK has seen declines in political...
20/08/2026

Seven prime ministers in ten years tells one story. World Bank data tells another: the UK has seen declines in political stability, government effectiveness and control of corruption over the past three decades.

Professor Paul Whiteley discusses why voters might seem dissatisfied with the current state of UK politics.

Three Essex Rebels Volleyball stars have helped England win silver at the 2026 British Volleyball Federation Invitationa...
19/08/2026

Three Essex Rebels Volleyball stars have helped England win silver at the 2026 British Volleyball Federation Invitational Cup.

Huge congratulations to Tara King, Lilla Whittaker and Heidi Bright on an incredible international campaign.

It was a tournament to remember for Tara, who earned her first senior England cap, while Heidi made her senior international debut after representing England at U22 level.

What a way to represent Essex.

University of Essex Director of Journalism Martin Bright has contributed to a major new Reporters Without Borders report...
19/08/2026

University of Essex Director of Journalism Martin Bright has contributed to a major new Reporters Without Borders report warning that national security laws are increasingly being used to silence journalists.

National Security as a Weapon Against Journalism explores how these laws are being used to prosecute, surveil and intimidate journalists – threatening press freedom and the public’s right to reliable information.

This August, our new School of Language, Literature and Media (SLLaM) officially launched, bringing together expertise a...
18/08/2026

This August, our new School of Language, Literature and Media (SLLaM) officially launched, bringing together expertise across language, literature, media and culture.

We caught up with newly appointed Head of School Dr Sean Seeger to hear about his hopes for SLLaM, what excites him about its future, and what he loves most about being part of the Essex community.

East 15 Acting School's Dr Christina Kapadocha has brought together theatre, technology and embodied practice in Mapping...
18/08/2026

East 15 Acting School's Dr Christina Kapadocha has brought together theatre, technology and embodied practice in Mapping Journeys – Grounding Roots, an innovative performance exploring migration, identity, home and belonging.

Performed in London as part of Refugee Week 2026, the immersive experience combined somatic practices, interactive technology and personal stories, including Christina’s own migration story and responses from artists with diverse migration backgrounds.

More than 26,000 young people across Essex and Suffolk have explored the world of healthcare science through events and ...
17/08/2026

More than 26,000 young people across Essex and Suffolk have explored the world of healthcare science through events and activities led by our Centre for Healthcare Science, working with the NHS, schools, colleges and charities.

From hands-on workshops and science fun days to mentoring and conversations with healthcare scientists, we’re helping young people discover the incredible range of careers in healthcare science – and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Psychology opens the door to far more careers than most people realise.Graduates go on to work in clinical and education...
14/08/2026

Psychology opens the door to far more careers than most people realise.

Graduates go on to work in clinical and educational psychology, mental health, marketing, human resources, research, policing, education, business and user experience, applying their understanding of people in all kinds of industries.

If you're looking for a degree that's both fascinating and versatile, discover where Psychology could take you.

Explore Psychology at University of Essex through Clearing: https://essex.pulse.ly/xojrs0tqfe

Essex spin-out Versatile RobotX has secured more than £1m in investment and innovation funding to accelerate the develop...
14/08/2026

Essex spin-out Versatile RobotX has secured more than £1m in investment and innovation funding to accelerate the development of its intelligent agricultural robots.

Combining AI, machine vision and advanced robotics, the technology is designed to automate labour-intensive harvesting and crop-handling tasks, helping tackle labour shortages, boost productivity and strengthen food security.

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