University of Essex

Sir Albert's plans were seen as so ground-breaking that he was asked to give the BBC's prestigious Reith Lectures in 1963, the year before we opened. The flagship lectures were a chance to explain how Essex was going to break the mould and challenge expectations about what a university could be. 

Our three faculties oversee teaching, academic development and research in our departments and schools while developing strong partnerships with business and industry.

The dedication to offering to the students a transformational education has led to Essex being awarded the highest rating of Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).

The UK Government introduced the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) to recognise and reward excellent learning and teaching, and ensure that prospective students can make informed choices. 

The TEF Panel judged the University of Essex delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students and is of the highest quality found in the UK.

The Employability and Careers Centre can provide you with help and advice, as well as the chance to develop your employability through some fantastic and unique experiences and opportunities. 

They're here to:

• Offer you friendly and professional, one-to-one sessions to discuss your future career.
• Provide workshops to help with everything from writing a CV to interview skills.
• Advise on part-time, vacation and graduate job opportunities, both on and off campus.
• Get you signed-up for your Big Essex Award - your chance to record your work experience and extra-curricular activities on your degree transcript.
• Help to support you in starting your own business with advice, workshops and tips.