University of Essex English Requirements
United Kingdom
The University of Essex is a public research university founded in 1961, located in Wivenhoe Park near Colchester, Essex, England. It is known for its strong international outlook, ranking 15th for international outlook in the THE World University Rankings 2024, and for research power with five subjects in the UK top 10 (THE 2022). The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its Colchester, Southend, and Loughton campuses.
Quick answer
University of Essex accepts IELTS Academic, LanguageCert Academic, Oxford ELLT, TOEFL iBT, and Trinity ISE for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need IELTS Academic 6.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | Unknown | |
| IELTS Academic | 6 | min 5.5 each band |
| PTE Academic | Unknown | |
| Cambridge English | Unknown | |
| Trinity ISE | No published minimum |
Graduate requirements
Each graduate and professional school at University of Essex sets its own English test requirements; there is no single university-wide graduate minimum. Check the specific school or program you're applying to.
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Frequently asked questions
What IELTS Academic score do I need for University of Essex?+
Undergraduate admission to University of Essex requires IELTS Academic 6 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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Start practicing freeRequirements are read from University of Essex's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.