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Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)

United Kingdom • Founded 2007

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: online.essex.ac.uk

Overview

Founded: 2007
Institution Type: College

University of Essex Online, delivered under a partnership between Kaplan Higher Education UK and the University of Essex, has operated since 2007, offering fully online, part-time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Kaplan Higher Education UK is one of the providers overseen by the Office for Students, England's higher education regulator. The provision states that it serves students in more than 140 countries and that thousands of online students have graduated through the partnership to date, with courses combining online teaching resources with academic and pastoral student support.

Location & Contact

Geographic and contact information for Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) is listed below.

Postal Code: SE1 9DE

Academic Details

Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)'s key academic numbers — student body size, staffing, and accreditation context.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Total Students: 1,805
Female Students: 1,205

Programs Offered

Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)'s programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.

14 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 14 programmes

Showing 10 of 14.

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Below are scholarships available to students in the United Kingdom.

Alumni Discount
University funded · Partial Tuition
A 10% discount on postgraduate tuition fees for previous graduates of the University of Essex or University of Essex Online who continue their studies online to Masters level.
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Corporate Discount
University funded · Partial Tuition
A 10% tuition fee discount for employees of organisations with three or more staff (or not-for-profit organisations) that join the University of Essex Online corporate partner list.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Global Scholarship
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
A tuition fee scholarship of up to 15% for international students residing in specific regions outside the UK.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)

The application path for Kaplan Open Learning (Essex), in five steps.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) offers 14 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Undergraduate applicants apply through UCAS (ucas.com) rather than directly to Kaplan Open Learning (Essex). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)'s own admissions portal at online.essex.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)

Below are key facts about Kaplan Open Learning (Essex), drawn directly from institutional records.

In what year was Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) established?

Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) was founded in 2007 (approximately 19 years ago).

Where can I find Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)?

The institution is located in London, United Kingdom.

How many students does Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) have?

The institution has a student body of 1,805.

What is Kaplan Open Learning (Essex)'s official website?

You can find Kaplan Open Learning (Essex) online at online.essex.ac.uk.

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