We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and inclusive student community. We offer a wide range of support to individuals and groups of student members who may have specific requirements, interests or responsibilities - to help you fulfil your potential.
Find out how our University supports and promotes representation of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic students.
If you have lived in care and you are looking to study at Essex, or you are already studying with us, there is support available for you.
Lots of students every year choose to commute to Essex. Find out how to get the best out of your time at Essex.
You may be studying without the support or approval of a family network - at Essex we're committed to supporting you.
The Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service recognises that students coming from the GTRSB communities may need additional support during their time at the university.
Find how you can get involved with events and activities for international students.
Find out what support, advice and information are available for LGBTQ+ students.
Information, support and resources for mature students currently studying at Essex.
Find out what help, advice and support are available for postgraduate students.
Information if you're a student who is caring for a partner, family member or friend who is elderly or has a disability.
If you are studying with us and you have a family with you, there is a wide range of information, support and advice available.
No matter how old you are when you start your studies, we want you to feel welcome and included.
The University has plenty of resources to help strengthen our diverse communities, including support, guidance, trainings and events.
The University of Essex LGBTQ Staff Forum have provided a guide on pronouns: what they are, how to use them and why they are so important.
At Essex, we are determined to take rapid action against racism on our campuses, and to ensure we’re supporting our staff.
There are protected characteristics which are covered in the Equality Act 2010, discrimination against these is unlawful.
Read more about our University and departmental gender equality awards.
Read more about the Race Equality Charter (REC).
Read about how the Athena SWAN award has helped new initiatives and policies be introduced into the University.
Read more about our gender equality awards and applications including Athena SWAN and the GEM award.
We want to reach out to our community and make you aware of the various forms of support that are available during these challenging times.
The University celebrates diversity, challenges inequality and is committed to establishing an environment that is free from any form of harassment or bullying.
Find out about our Equality, diversity and inclusion policy 2019-25
Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion annual reports.