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3.6/5(15 Reviews)University of Essex is among the top choice of Indian students to continue higher education in the UK. The popular streams at the Essex include Engineering, Business & Management Studies, IT & Software, Science, and more. The most popular specializations among the Indian students include Computer Science, Finance, General Medicine, etc.
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University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
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| University City | Colchester, Essex, UK |
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On-Campus Accommodation
AVAILABLE- University is offering on-campus accommodation facility to all the first year students of undergraduates and postgraduates students at two of its campuses- Colchester Campus and Southend Campus
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- University is offering on-campus accommodation facility to all the first year students of undergraduates and postgraduates students at two of its campuses- Colchester Campus and Southend Campus
- National student housing Award-winning accommodation guaranteed to international students
- First-year students along with a partner are not guaranteed an accommodation
- It has all sort of accommodation types like single gender flats, twin sharing rooms, shared & self-contained accommodation, short stay vacation accommodation with self-catered options
- Residences houses named North Towers, Wolfson Court, The Meadows, University Quays, etc. are available on Colchester campus
- Student housing provides launderette facilities, gym, cabled and wi-fi internet connection, kitchen, microwave, mattresses, chairs and much more
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Accommodation Expense- PG Accommodation expenses:Pound 5838
- On-campus housing:www1.essex.ac.uk/accommodation/
Meal Expense- Living expense links:essex.ac.uk/life/colchester-camp...
Colchester Campus ratings & reviews
3.6/5
15 Verified Reviews
Student Views (Based on Reviews)
- 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Sporty
Easy going
Internships2.5
Part time work3.3
Post study jobs3.1
Quality of faculty4.1
Student Life4.5
Value for money3.5
Public transportation4.2
Safety4.4
Indian Food3.2
Permanent Immigration2.8
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Vyom Mehta
Master of Business Administration (Essex MBA) - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Essex
4.4
Study abroad is not just about curriculum but experiencing a new life
Tips: Check for eligible and available scholarships before joining. It was a huge cultural shift from India, as the UK has quieter evenings and all the shops shut early. The university has a huge campus and has all the necessary amenities and services. No quick commerce, so it was mandatory to stock essentials.
Likes (Student Life): An MBA was all about lectures, presentations, and networking. It was fun to meet people from diverse backgrounds. People in my batch had a good amount of industry experience, so it was a great knowledge-sharing environment. I was a part of the Students' Union, where a lot of campus events took place, and we organized the majority of them.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Limited veg food options are available within campus, and the restaurants that do serve veg food are off campus in the town center, which is a bit far. Hence, I mostly prefer cooking by myself. It is mandatory to learn cooking as well because food delivery options are limited and not available 24x7 like in India.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 850
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000
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Anonymous
Master of Business Administration (Essex MBA) - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Essex
3.9
Beautiful fun loving and nostalgic
Tips: Before you actually arrive at Essex, you definitely want to sort out your housing and figure out how you're getting around. The Colchester campus is pretty unique because it’s built around these massive concrete squares, and honestly, it is incredibly easy to get completely lost during your first week. You’ll save yourself a massive headache if you pull up the campus map early and get a feel for where your lecture halls actually are.
It’s also a really smart move to download your module syllabus and timetable the second they go live so you aren't scrambling and missing classes right off the bat. Outside of campus, make sure you explore the town of Colchester itself. It’s actually Britain's oldest recorded town, so it has a cool historic vibe, but you'll want to figure out the bus routes from campus into the town center early on so you know where the best food spots, supermarkets, and pubs are.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 950
Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 100650
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Science and its Applications - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Essex
2.2
Lovely campus good facilities
Tips: They actually have scholarships for anyone who cleared their HSC with over 60%, but just heads up—you also need to score really well in English to qualify. The info I got was solid, but honestly, the whole study abroad scene in the UK is a bit of a mess right now. With all the recent law changes and them cutting back on post-study work (PSW) visas, it’s getting tricky. You definitely need to do your homework and research everything thoroughly before making a move.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
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Anonymous
MSc. in Accounting and Financial Management - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Essex
3.5
Great opportunity for students.
Tips: Better to get accommodation in university so you get a good connection with university students and professors, so easy to communicate and better internships and assignments help. You can apply for hardship funds of 1000 GBP for you to live in the UK.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1125
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 29675
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Anand Kumar
Master of Business Administration (Essex MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Essex
4.0
Balanced growth, strong support with room to improve.
Tips: Programme structure is rigorous but rewarding; workload can be heavy in core terms. Campus resources are strong like the library, career centre, counselling but some services have long wait times. Housing options vary by department; apply early and check visa/tuition requirements if you're international. Caring into a new city can be overwhelming at first, but peer groups and orientation events helped a lot. Cultural differences mainly involve communication style and time management expectations.
Likes (Safety): The campus feels very secure with a visible security presence well-lit areas and quick response times. Low crime rates in the area and a strong sense of community trust. The campus feels very secure: visible security presence well-lit areas and quick response times. Low crime rates in the area and a strong sense of community trust.
Dislikes (Internships): The internship opportunities were limited in number and geographic availability and several postings required prior experience I didn't have. Some resources exist including a general career portal and a few campus workshops but guidance is fragmented.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 675
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 56825
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