Student blog search | University of Essex

Student Directory

Blog results for:

My course

Get in touch with your department Attendance and engagement Awards and achievements Changing your course Contractual documents DBS check Exams and coursework Fees and funding Graduation Immigration and visas Intermission Leaving or returning to Essex Modules Programme specifications Registration Rules of assessment Study abroad Timetables My information

Health, safety and wellbeing

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Emergencies Report an incident or concern Fire safety Your health and safety Medical support and healthcare Mental and emotional health Safeguarding

Study resources

Academic skills Learning tools Mentoring Student handbooks Personal tutor Places to study Postgraduate research resources Essex Student Journal

Student life

Disability and accessibility Crowdfunding Extra learning opportunities Equality, diversity and inclusion resources Essex values Faith Centre Forums and networks Money matters New students Student communities Students' Union Student voice Winter break

Services and facilities

Advice and support Accommodation Buildings, grounds and maintenance Careers services Childcare Design, print and copy services Events, meetings and conferences Food and drink IT services Learn a language Library services Media Centre Post and property services Professional Services teams Sport Theatre and arts Travel and transport

Our University

Freedom of information Equality, diversity and inclusion Sustainability and biodiversity

Quick links

Timetables Moodle Find Your Way map LEAP FASER Email login Students Services Hub

Campus

Accessible travel Events Sport Accommodation Library services Clubs and societies room booking form News Student blog Departments and Schools

Online services

My Essex student portal (current students) My Essex applicant portal Change your password Report an absence Phonebook and email directory eNROL Order official documents Listen Again Reading lists Student Request Portal

Support and Contact

Fees, funding and money queries IT help and support Report harassment Get in touch with your department Report a concern about a student Find a staff profile Key dates Getting ready to start at Essex (new students) Students' Union

1-10 of 11 results

Narrow your results

1-10 of 11 results

Posts (11)

How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Becoming a university student is a new and exciting adventure

Michael Theodoridis

21 February 2024

One of the main decisions that students have to make when they decide to study at a university? Where to live. A popular option is living on campus

Michael Theodoridis

16 February 2024

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

The corporate world always appealed to me. From a young age I was fascinated by the idea of becoming a leader and influencing an organisation’s operations and outcomes. I knew pursuing University would enable me to achieve my goals and that choosing the right one was a serious process. Ultimately

Michael Theodoridis

13 February 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

Zuzanna Tobiasz

18 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

Belle Williams

12 January 2024

5 things I wish I knew before starting University

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

How to look after your mental health at university

It can be a daunting experience for anyone starting university for the first time. As someone who decided to attend after a few years out of education

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

My name is Alicia

Alicia Alfaro

22 May 2023

Leaving home is never an easy transition

Ananya Endow

22 May 2023

We’re here to help you. Apply to the Hardship Fund now

The University of Essex has a Hardship Fund which can support you if you are experiencing unexpected or unforeseen financial difficulty.

Sarah Lillingston, Student Information Team

10 March 2021

1-10 of 11 results

1-10 of 11 results

Posts (11)

How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Why I love living on campus

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

How to cope with homesickness at university

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

5 things I wish I knew before starting University

How to look after your mental health at university

How I successfully enrolled at University of Essex through the International College

The first time venturing out of my country: an MA student at University of Essex

We’re here to help you. Apply to the Hardship Fund now