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Postgraduate Reviews of Courses at University of Essex

My experience so far with the university has been very positive. The induction was very specific and informative. Student support was also helpful, and I loved the university campus with its nature. In the beginning, I struggled to locate myself on the campus. I was told there is a map which navigates in detail. It was brilliant, but wish it is more accessible through app as the mobile website feature does not seems ideal. read full review
The best: I loved the subjects. I learned and practiced so much that the knowledge has become a new skill and given me a fresh perspective.

The worst: I sometimes felt frustrated when I didn't get a better mark than others. However, that frustration pushed me to find better ways to study and improve my results. read full review
The students life and SU are great - there's always some club or society to join, some activity happening - it's wonderful! Plenty of study space and good study snacks and drinks available read full review

PhD Sociology

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

Abdullah - February 2026

Very Clear and structural management of calendar. Good IT service and nice organization read full review

PhD Sociology

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

Gemma - February 2026

The University facilities (primarily shops and restaurants) have gotten considerably worse in the past 10 years. However it is a great place to study and the teaching standard is high. read full review

PhD Computer Science

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

Mohsin - February 2026

Nice place to live read full review
The location in a park is absolutely gorgeous read full review
It's really great experience to study at Essex in all sense. read full review
Very supportive student union team, 24 hours security means I’ve never felt unsafe on campus. Lecturing staff in my department are very supportive and always have time to answer any and all queries I may have as well as just being very kind people in general. read full review