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Welcome to our global family

A warm welcome awaits you.

At Essex, you really will find the world in one place. We are proud to be a global community but we recognise that living and studying in the UK may be very different from your own country. The information below will help you prepare for your arrival and settle into university life, so you can enjoy everything the University and the UK have to offer.

Prepare to study and live in the UK

Our friendly and professional staff are on hand to guide, advise and assist you during your time at Essex. We offer a wide range of support covering academic matters, accommodation, careers, financial, health, and well-being issues. Check out our Student Directory to see everything you can access.

The British Council have an online course, designed to benefit international students who have been accepted to study at a UK university. will provide you with helpful information, support, and study skills for higher education, whilst giving you a taste of life in the UK.

If have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Student Information Team.