Research-intensive · England
The University of Essex is a research-intensive university with its main campus at Wivenhoe Park in Colchester, plus campuses in Southend and Loughton. It is known for social sciences, business, computer science and economics, and has a large, diverse international student body. Many courses offer placement years and January starts for masters.
International fees per year, 2027/28 entry.
For Sri Lankan students
Source: essex.ac.uk
Funding
International Undergraduate Scholarship gives a £5,000 first-year fee discount and the Global Talent Masters Scholarship a £5,000 discount for eligible countries; a 50% accommodation discount (selected rooms) is offered to students from Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
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Information checked October 2026 from University of Essex’s official website: essex.ac.uk/international/country-specific-informat, essex.ac.uk/subjects, essex.ac.uk/courses. Fees and requirements can change; we confirm the latest details before you apply.
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