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I'm currently in the final stages of my PhD journey at Essex Business School, specialising in Accounting. Embarking on this academic adventure can be both exhilarating and challenging, so I want to share my experience as a PhD student, explaining the PhD process and what a typical day looks like for me.

Adam Adams

18 January 2024

Read about our new fund, founded on the generous donations of a small group of Essex alumni.

Alumni team, Philanthropy

18 January 2024

How to cope with homesickness at university

It's natural to feel homesick as you adjust to a new environment. Leaving behind familiar faces, places, and routines can be overwhelming. If you find yourself experiencing homesickness, just know that you aren’t alone. Here are my tips for coping with homesickness, so you can enjoy your first few days, weeks, and months at Essex.

Zuzanna Tobiasz

18 January 2024

Lakeside Theatre Spring 2024 programme launches

Our Colchester campus's theatre launches it's Spring 2024 programme and it is packed full of homegrown student theatre, LGBTQ+ events and free student workshops!

Hanna Jones, Lakeside Theatre

15 January 2024

Share your memories of Colchester and win £300

Communications Office

12 January 2024

4 Reasons To Love University of Essex Southend Campus

Whether you're already gearing up your journey at University of Essex or just considering it, here’s what makes Southend campus special.

Marketing and Student Recruitment

12 January 2024

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

The exciting world of university is a blend of challenges and opportunities that knows no bounds. Whether you're diving in fresh or making a comeback like me (yep, took a little break too), finding the harmony between life and academics is no small feat. Lucky for you, I've been down that road and picked up some tips to keep my mental health in check while nailing my assignments.

Belle Williams

12 January 2024

Introducing the ‘latte levy’ helping you save money on your morning coffee run

Promotion of the discount available to customers who use a reusable coffee cup

Sustainability Team

10 January 2024

Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service

09 January 2024

Unlock the Wonders of STEM Learning with O'Reilly for Higher Education

There are thousands of online resources, apps and research tools available to assist your studies or research in STEM subjects, but where do you start, and which resources are reliable?

Greg Cadge, Danilo Petti

04 January 2024

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Life as a PhD Student

Launching the Hong Kong Student Fund

How to cope with homesickness at university

Lakeside Theatre Spring 2024 programme launches

Walk With Words

4 Reasons To Love University of Essex Southend Campus

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

Introducing the ‘latte levy’ helping you save money on your morning coffee run

Get healthier with Dry January

Unlock the Wonders of STEM Learning with O'Reilly for Higher Education