Shape your future with an Essex degree
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Students come from all over the world to join the dynamic community at the University of Essex.
A traditional campus university, it has a superb reputation for great research and top quality teaching.
At Essex, you'll get a rigorous academic experience coupled with an exciting student life. You'll have the opportunity to learn, create and innovate. Your future is in your hands. How will you shape it?
International Year One
The International Year One is a pathway course for students who want to study a bachelor's degree at Essex. You'll study on the University campus, so you'll be able to enjoy student life and make the most of the facilities. When you successfully pass the course, you'll be able to progress straight to Year 2 of your chosen degree.
Alternatively, study a Foundation Certificate to progress to Year 1 of a bachelor's degree or take a Pre-Master's course leading to a master's degree.
Art and Design
Business
and Finance
Computing
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Hospitality
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Social Sciences and Humanities
Science
and Health
Music and
Performing Arts
Mathematics
Marketing and Media
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Shape your future with an Essex degree
Study at a leading UK university, and go on to a successful career.
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Choose from seven IYO course options:
Business
Economics
Law
Life Sciences
Politics and International Relations
Psychology
Add an internship to your course
In addition to a standard IYO you can now also study an IYO with Internship, which includes an integrated online internship. It's a great way to gain important employability skills! Also available for Foundation Certificate and Pre-Master's courses.
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in the UK for Computer Science
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
29th
in the UK for Accounting and Finance
Complete University Guide 2023
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Why choose Kaplan International Pathways?
At the University of Essex International College, you’ll learn from Kaplan's expert teachers, who are committed to preparing you for university. You’re also guaranteed entry to your chosen degree if you complete your pathway course with the required grades!
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Prepare for an Essex degree
Our pathway courses at the University of Essex International College will help you meet the University's entry requirements and prepare for degree-level study in the UK.
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