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Entry requirements for all of our undergraduate and postgraduate  courses are shown in our course listings. We also recognise a number of High School qualifications, University Foundation Programmes and International Year One courses for entry on to our undergraduate degrees. For more information on qualifications we can accept please email our admissions team at admit@essex.ac.uk.

We also offer a range of Foundation Programmes which can lead to entry to our undergraduate degrees, please visit University of Essex International College for further information.

We have a range of scholarships and bursaries available for undergraduate and postgraduate study. To view what we have on offer and the eligibility criteria please visit our scholarship finder for more information.

We also offer generous Performance Sports scholarships and bursaries, with up to a 100% tuition fee discount and other exclusive benefits included for talented athletes playing at national, regional or international level.

Our largest campus is located just outside the historic city of Colchester, which is an hour away from London by train. It's a vibrant and international campus, with a range of services within the safety of a parkland location. Our smaller campus in Southend brings together a central city location and the best of British seaside life, and our East 15 Acting School campus in Loughton is a purpose-built haven just 30 minutes from Central London. Find out more about life on our three campuses.

At Essex, we encourage students to get involved inside and outside of the classroom. Whether that's joining our Model UN society, learning a new language, playing sport or getting a part time job, there's lots of opportunities to develop your skills, meet people and start new, or continue existing interests. See our range of societies and sports clubs

Considering where you could live is an important factor when choosing that university to be 'home'. In Colchester, we have a range of accommodation to suit your budget and needs, all within walking distance to campus. Even better - it's guaranteed for international students, and for the duration of your course if you'll be joining us as an undergraduate.