Essex University
University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park
Colchester
C04 3SQ
Tel: 01206 873666
Fax: 01206 873423
E-mail: admit(at)essex.ac.uk
Website: www.essex.ac.uk
Student enquiries: Undergraduate Admissions Office
Applications: UCAS
Overview
Broad study areas: Comparative humanities, arts, social sciences, law, mathematical sciences, computer science, physical & life sciences, electronic engineering, drama & acting.
Students: Total 7500 (7000 full-time, 500 part-time); male/female ratio 1:1. First degree students 5100 (almost all full-time) of which 18% international; 18% mature on entry. Postgraduates 2100. Teaching staff: 420 full-time.
In Brief
World-class research-led university.
Location: East Anglia. Average UCAS points on entry 299.
Admissions information: AS-levels accepted in combination with 2, usually 3, A-levels or equivalent. UCAS tariff accepted for best 21 units.
Drop-out rate: 10%.
State school entry: 96%.
Accommodation: All first years housed.
