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South Essex College

Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom • Founded 1899

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: southessex.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: South Essex College
Founded: 1899
Institution Type: College
South Essex College campus and facilities
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Founded in 1899, South Essex College is a college based in Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. The institution operates as a higher-education provider.

Academically, South Essex College runs a focused programme catalogue.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for South Essex College are summarised below.

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Phone: 0345 52 12345
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Programs Offered

Below are South Essex College's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

19 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.

Foundation 1 programme

Higher Diploma 4 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

These scholarships are open to students studying in the United Kingdom and may apply to programmes at South Essex College.

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.
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.
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 South Essex College

A short guide to applying to South Essex College — five steps.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. South Essex College runs 19 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Before applying to South Essex College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United Kingdom.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with South Essex College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit via UCAS or the institution

    Route your application through UCAS (ucas.com) for undergraduate entry to South Essex College. For postgraduate entry, apply directly through South Essex College's own admissions portal at www.southessex.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 0345 52 12345. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Essex College

Common questions about South Essex College, answered from data on record.

When was South Essex College founded?

South Essex College was established in 1899 (approximately 127 years ago).

What city is South Essex College in?

South Essex College operates from Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom.

Where can I learn more about South Essex College?

The institution's website is www.southessex.ac.uk.

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