Established 50 years ago, the University of Essex has gained a global reputation for pioneering research which helps change lives. Rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2017, we are an international community for original thinkers. Essex is top 15 in England for overall student satisfaction (NSS 2017, mainstream universities) and ranked 22nd in the Times Good University Guide 2018. We provide a research-led education which equips our students with the curiosity and capability for personal and professional success.