Overview
Location
Colchester Campus, United Kingdom
Institution Type
Public
Established
1961
Total Students
17,000
Popular Intakes
January, May, September
Average IELTS Requirement
PG: 6.5
QS Ranking
456
Updated October 2026Source: essex.ac.uk
Fees & costs for international students
| Item | GBP | approx. INR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per year (range across courses) | £12,000 – £28,000 | ₹15.1 – ₹35.3 lakh |
| Scholarship, per year (up to) | £5,500 | ₹6.9 lakh |
| Deposit to confirm your place | £4,000 | ₹5.0 lakh |
| Application fee | No Application Fee | – |
| Living cost, per month | £1,171 | ₹1.5 lakh |
INR at about 126 per £, approximate. Figures from our stored university data.
Admission requirements for Indian applicants
Backlogs accepted
0 - 15
IELTS
6.5, no band below 5.5
PTE / TOEFL / Duolingo
62 / 91 / —
English waiver
Medium of Instruction and 12th English marks 70%
Deadline
ASAP
Intakes
January, May, September
How to apply
- Pick a course and check the entry rules above.
- Apply online or through AdmitKard.
- Pay the £4,000 deposit to receive your CAS.
- Apply for your UK Student visa.
Courses & Fees
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Updated October 2026Source: essex.ac.uk
Cost of Living
Monthly Living Cost
GBP 1,171
(UKVI financial requirement, outside London)
Estimated Total
GBP 10,539
(For up to 9 months)
Updated October 2026Source: gov.uk
Scholarships 2026
Merit
University of Essex International Scholarship
GBP 5500
International students with strong academic record
www1.essex.ac.uk
Updated October 2026Source: www1.essex.ac.uk
Rankings 2026
What rankings are available for University of Essex?
QS RankingSource: QS World University Rankings (university data sheet)
456
Cost & ROI Calculator
Subject (for salary lookup)
Computer Science & IT
Tuition fee / year
GBP 23,875
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 31,788
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 32,427
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.0 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary
Graduate Job Prospects: Pay vs Competition
See what graduates in a subject typically earn in the UK, and how many University of Essex students graduate in it each year. Better pay with fewer graduates means less competition for jobs.
Subject
Computer Science & IT
Figures are for the whole subject, not this single course.
Typical UK salary
£31,788
UK median for Computer Science & IT (HESA 2023/24)
Graduates, 2024/25
290
Students who qualified in this subject at University of Essex
Opportunity score
8/10 Strong
Higher pay and fewer graduates score higher
Salary is the UK national median for the subject (HESA 2023/24). Graduates are University of Essex qualifiers in that subject (2024/25, HESA). The score is AdmitKard's own estimate, not an official statistic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What scholarships are available at University of Essex?
The University of Essex International Scholarship is a merit-based award of up to £5,500 for international postgraduate students with a strong academic record. Amounts and eligibility are set by the university, so check the Essex scholarship finder or ask AdmitKard before you apply.
What is the cost of living in Colchester?
What are the entry requirements for University of Essex?
Most postgraduate courses ask for a UK 2:2 degree or an international equivalent, and some courses need a related subject. For English, the usual requirement here is IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5, or PTE 62 or TOEFL 91. Some courses ask for a different score, so check the course page. Essex accepts 0 to 15 backlogs for Indian applicants, and an English waiver is possible with medium of instruction proof and 70% in 12th English. Watch: Real student experience
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How do I apply to University of Essex?
Apply online to the University of Essex, or through AdmitKard, which handles the application with you. There is no application fee for most courses. Offers are made on a rolling basis, so apply as early as you can, and a £4,000 deposit confirms your place so you can get your CAS for the UK Student visa. Watch: Real student experience
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What are the tuition fees at University of Essex?
Tuition for international students ranges from £12,000 to £28,000 per year across the 120 postgraduate courses listed for Colchester Campus. The exact fee depends on the course, so open the course page for its yearly fee and cost breakdown.
When are the intakes at University of Essex?
Most courses start in October, and 16 of the 120 courses on this page set also open in January. Applications are rolling, so there is no fixed deadline, but earlier applications give you more time for your visa and accommodation.