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University of Essex Rankings 2025

Map Pin IconColchester, Essex, UK
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  • B++ Shiksha Grade
  • Institute Icon200 acre campus
  • Estd. 1964
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University of Essex
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University of Essex
US News & World Report Ranking 2024

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643633606
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University of Essex
The Guardian Ranking 2025

Ranked by202320242025
University
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423023
Accounting and Finance
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465150
Business and Management
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717967
Economics2277
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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345020
Journalism– / –3833
Law454334
Media and Film Studies– / –7471
Politics312721
Sociology and Social Policy557658
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University of Essex
The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025

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UK University
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393231
Accounting and Finance
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465655
Biological Sciences605245
Business and Management Studies UK
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545961
Communication and Media Studies465647
Computer Science
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514641
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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434132
Law524547
Nursing545452
Psychology455050
Sociology384747
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University of Essex
QS Ranking 2025

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Europe– / –194196
World University
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465459472
Accounting and Finance
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151151– / –
Biological Sciences601– / –– / –
Law and Legal Studies201201– / –
Medicine601701– / –
Politics5151– / –
Sociology5173– / –
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THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2024

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301301301
Arts and Humanities151176251
Clinical and Health401401401
Law724749
Life Sciences251201301
PG Business and Economics
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176126151
PG Computer Science
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301201201
Psychology251176176
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University of Essex
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024

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Law201151– / –
Political Sciences3335– / –
Sociology10151– / –

University of Essex
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B.A.

Ranked by202320242025
The Guardian - Sociology and Social Policy557658
The Guardian - Politics312721
The Complete University Guide - Sociology384747
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B.E. / B.Tech

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The Guardian - Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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345020
The Complete University Guide - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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434132
The Complete University Guide - Computer Science
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514641
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B.J.M.C.

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The Guardian - Media and Film Studies-7471
The Guardian - Journalism-3833
The Complete University Guide - Communication and Media Studies465647
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University of Essex
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.7/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Academically oriented
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Student Views
  • 56% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.1
Part time work3.4
Post study jobs3.1
Quality of faculty4.1
Student Life4.8
Value for money3.5
Public transportation4
Safety4.6
Indian Food3.4
Permanent Immigration3.1
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MSc Applied Data Science - Batch of 2024
4.3
The college is great and offers variety of courses and the campus is the best.
Tips: If you want to go to a university with a good campus, then the University of Essex is the place to go. However, some of the courses they offer are not as good as others, so choose your course based on the ranking. The university ranks well for students with a math background, but they offer a variety of courses with slightly different modules, so choose the course that is right for you. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Safety): I felt safe walking to the university, even though it was a bit of a distance from the city. The surroundings were good and secure, and I never felt unsafe. It was convenient to travel there, but it was still safe to travel.
Dislikes (Value for money): Even after getting the scholarship, the quality of education for a particular course was not that good. Some of the professors weren't as good as expected, and the college only lasted for 6 months. After that, you would have to work on your major project from home.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024Read more
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MSc in Data Science and its Applications - Batch of 2025
2.3
University of Essex is good. Part-time is less.
Tips: There are no part-time jobs, students are living in London for their part-time job. Students should come here with some prior knowledge. Don't take exams slightly. If you love nature then Essex is the best place to live in. If you really want to study then University of Essex is good, but if you want to do more things along with your studies then go somewhere near London.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2024Read more
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MSc Applied Data Science - Batch of 2024
3.4
University of Essex has a great student life but right now the job market in the UK is very bad.
Tips: The University of Essex is a good university located a bit outside of the town centre. The campus is good and charming, and the Data Science course is good if you are looking five years ahead. However, the job market is tough, and securing a job is difficult. The UK market is flat currently, so I would not recommend anyone doing a master's degree from the UK.
Likes (Public transportation): The town is small, but the transportation system is really impressive. There are bus stops everywhere, and the buses run on time. The buses are clean and comfortable, and the drivers are courteous. You can even track your bus using the FirstBus app. The app shows you the location of your bus in real-time, so you can see exactly when it will arrive.
Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition is high, the quality of education is poor, and the job market is tough. However, the campus is good, and you have 24/7 access to libraries and computer labs. You'll enjoy university life but be prepared to put in a lot of effort in your job search.
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MSc Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2024
4.7
Great academic support online and offline.
Tips: Take a Forex card before coming here. It's very helpful. Getting your BRP, a sim card, and a bank account here, should be the first things you do after arriving here. Learn some basic cooking, otherwise you will end up spending a lot more money on food.
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MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology - Batch of 2018
3.7
Academic rigor and cultural exploration
Tips: Have no preconceived notions about the country and the people. Do not focus on making Indian friends but make friends with people from different countries and be open to enjoying cultural differences. Spend a of time in the library and stay on campus as it opens more avenues for TA opportunities.
Likes (Safety): The law and order maintenance is really great and the people are really friendly and accommodating to international students. The people don't judge and are very friendly. The student council and faculty are really helpful as well. Also, the environment is very refreshing.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Personally as an Indian, it was different for me to get used to many fast food options so would prefer cooking. Niche ingredients are hard to find as well. Buying food can be really expensive. The flavour profile of the fast food was not to my liking.
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MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2023
4.3
A budget ranking university for computer science.
Tips: It is a good university if you’re looking for a budget, ranking and amenities for computer science department. This university is located a bit far away from London which makes it bit hard to travel around in UK. But this gives you the advantage of living on a budget.
Likes (Student Life): This university gives good study exposure, entertainment and affordability in living as it is located a bit far away from the city. As a student, it’s your job to make sure that you make the best out of it by studying and keeping yourself updated for the assignments.
Dislikes (Part time work): Part time work in the university is easy to get but you get only a few hours of work. Hence, you may need to find more part time jobs to support yourself. This I guess is the same for all the universities around. This can be easily compensated by finding a job outside the campus.
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Which university is better among University of Essex and University of Manchester?

Answered 2 months ago

The University of Essex and the University of Manchester are both high-ranking and reputed universities located in the UK. The University of Essex ranked #606 among the Best Global Universities whereas, the University of Manchester secured the rank #67 in 2024. The University of Essex and the Univer

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Nikita Peter

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What are the English language requirements of Essex University?

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Applicants whose native language is not English must meet the English language requirements of Essex University. The university accepts the test score of IELTS/TOEFL/PTE for admission to undergraduate and graduate programs. Mentioned below are the English language tests and their score for UG and PG

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Chandra Shekhar

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Is admission to University of Essex difficult?

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The acceptance rate at the University of Essex is around 74% indicating that out of 100 students around 74 students will be granted admission to the university. Students must also meet the minimum English Language Proficiency test score accepted by the university such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and Cambr

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Nikita Peter

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Is the University of Essex good for Masters in Computer Science?

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The University of Essex offers a good master's in Computer Science programme to international students at a low cost. Essex Computer Science programme is available in 19 different specializations at the university. Mentioned below is the list of MS in Computer Science courses with first-year fees:

Computer Science CoursesFirst Year Cost
MSc (by Dissertation) Computer ScienceINR 17.54 L
MSc in Computer Engineering INR 23.63 L
MSc in Computer GamesINR 21.45 L
Integrated Master in Science: Computer ScienceINR 21.26 L

Al

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Chandra Shekhar

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What is the cost of an Essex MBA?

Answered 3 months ago

The University of Essex MBA cost is vary from INR 17 L to INR 27 L for first-year. The university offers an affordable MBA programme to international students. The table below includes the complete first year cost of studying MBA program: 

Fees components

Amount (for 1 year)

Tuition & fees

INR 27,67,000

Hostel & Meals

INR 6,59,321

Insurance

INR 85,888

Total approximate fees

INR 35,12,209

Also read: MBA in the UK Cost 

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