We are Essex Online
Discover inspirational stories from some of our students and graduates
Garfield Charles, BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
Leah Fisher, BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
Princess Martini, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Abdullah Omer, BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)
Eliphelet Joseph Gordon Rimayi, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Muna Ahmed Abdulkadir, MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology
Laura Hobby, BA (Hons) Business and Management
Beth Gibbons, PG Dip Project Management
Adam Newman - LLB (Hons) Law with Business
The University of Essex Online has offered and delivered on flexible learning. The course structures are easy to follow, and I can fit my study around both work and family life.
Adolfo Gonzalez - PG Cert Education (Educational Practice)
Almost a year has passed, and my experience with University of Essex Online has been excellent.
Agnisha Bose - MSc Psychology
I aspire to become a mental health professional and start my own private practice one day.
Alexandra Lockwood - Management Principles and Practices
The knowledge gained is so beneficial and the collaborative learning of discussion forums is really rewarding.
Alice Villar - MSc Computer Science
I am a creative person and, in my opinion, building games while studying is the best way to learn how to code.
Angeline Guarin - MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology
I’d say to any non-UK student that’s worried they will feel like an outsider – fear not! Not only are UK-based students incredibly welcoming, but there are also so many other international students.
Anjelika Maromedoba - Master of Public Health (MPH)
My long-term goals are to work in the United Nations Organisation or the World Health Organisation, as well as continuing my education with the University of Essex.
Bria Murphy - BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Since starting my degree, I’ve gained a great insight into key business and marketing theories, frameworks and models, that I can now apply to my day-to-day work life.
Claire Patricia Wilkinson - BSc (Hons) Healthcare Management
Once I've completed the course and obtained my degree, I hope to use it to progress into senior leadership roles within the NHS and play a part in making a positive change to healthcare in our coun...
Dariusz Paleczny - LLB (Hons) Law
Working full time and studying online is the only option that allows you to flawlessly pursue all your career goals and study in the meantime, not being tied to one place and scheduled classes.
Eli Friedland - LLB (Hons) Law
I’m not confined to one country; I can visit my family and friends all over the world without missing any lectures or important deadlines.
Elina Peiseniece - MSc International Human Resource Management
What I appreciate most about online studying is it gives me the flexibility to study from anywhere, at any time and from any device.
Emanuela Meloyan - LLB (Hons) Law
I was surprised to find out that you can gain your LLB via distance learning – and that it carries the same value as an LLB qualification gained on campus.
Emily Wells - Private: BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Although you are online, when you come to Essex for graduation it really puts it into perspective what you've actually done.
Emma Veale - BSc (Hons) Psychology
As a mature student, my journey with education has been a unique one, shaped by a passion for hands-on experiences and a desire to work with children.
Erika Van der Merwe - Master of Education (M.Ed.)
You are never late to achieve your career goals with Essex Online.
Fjona Stojku - CertHE Law with Business
The flexibility of online education has been critical to my success as it allows me to smoothly blend my studies with my career responsibilities and personal goals.
Grace Araba - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I completed my course just before I turned 71. It shows age is no barrier and that you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it.
Hei Chan - BSc (Hons) Psychology
While a 9-to-5 office job is the norm in Hong Kong, I realised it wasn’t right for me and decided to switch career paths during the pandemic.
James Jordan-Hore - BA (Hons) Business and Management
As I was seeking some way to make myself more employable, I took a project management course online and quite enjoyed the process.
Jamie Wakeman - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I started my studies in 2012 and all was going smoothly in my career and with my education until 2015, when I discovered that I had a tumour.
Josephine Arthur Amoah - MSc Infection Control
I decided to study with the University of Essex Online due to the course content, employability prospects, flexible start dates and because alumni had nothing but good things to say.
Joy Ngugi - MSc Data Science
Choosing this course was an easy decision for me; it allowed me to maintain my job while pursuing my studies, enabling me to apply the skills I developed directly to my work and vice versa.
Julie Macey-Hewitt - Master of Business Management (MBM)
The course has its challenges, but I've learnt so much in both my professional and personal life. If it wasn’t for the course and the supportive tutors I've come across, I'd never have applied for ...
Katie Mitchell - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I joined the Army at sixteen years old having only taken the three GCSEs that I needed for my chosen trade. I am currently a Sergeant within the Royal Signals.
Kerry Kirkham - BSc (Hons) Psychology
I can use my qualification to guide me into to a career that empowers people to get the help they deserve, as well as give something back to the community.
Latoya Stephenson-Smith - Topics in Public Health
After completing the module, I hope to teach additional public health courses to undergraduate students within the academic setting.
Les Huysmans - PG Dip Education
After an in-depth search, I chose the University of Essex Online for its affordability, the helpful responses to my initial queries and the thorough yet smooth admissions process.
Loveness Mangena - Master of Public Health (MPH)
I particularly wanted to gain a broader, more global picture of community health.
Malaika Syed - CertHE Psychology
The support of tutors and dedicated teams, a well-structured curriculum, enriching student learning experience and a comprehensive virtual learning environment (VLE) made it feel no less than an on...
Maria Grecco - MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology
I work as a forensic psychiatrist in Argentina and this course has been amazing, it has really changed my life and my working practice.
Marnee Gamboa - MSc Global Digital Marketing
I chose to further my education with a Masters degree in Global Digital Marketing with the University of Essex Online. This decision was fuelled by the flexibility of the course and the supportive ...
Matt Clifton - BA (Hons) Business and Management
At the time of starting the BA, I was 18 years old, and in my last year of college. It would have been really tough to access a campus-based university over an online study option.
Mauro Orru - LLB (Hons) Law
I wanted a degree in law, and I wanted a first class Bachelors and I wanted to achieve it in 3 years, and no campus-based course would have allowed me to work at my own pace to achieve just that.
Michelle Franklin - CertHE Psychology
I was hesitant and put off doing this for years as I doubted my ability and didn’t feel confident enough but now I wish I had taken the leap years ago.
Naomi Mc Laughlan - Private: BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
After considering whether I should share part of my personal story openly, I have come to the conclusion that my struggles over the past years may motivate somebody.
Nicholas Pillay - Master of Business Management (MBM)
What really sets the University of Essex Online experience apart is the exciting online lectures. They curate interactive and fascinating lecturecasts to keep you engaged throughout each module.
Obinna Orjingene - Master of Public Health (MPH)
I was looking after children who had fled armed conflict. It was here that I was convinced Public Health was the way to go to progress my career.
Razan Alnather - BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
The possibility to change your life is more tangible than you think. If you are working abroad in another country, an online qualification can increase your career options and open up paths to achi...
Serina Jonas - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I set out to earn a living instead of studying, but despite this choice I always wanted to fulfil my ambition to have a qualification.
Shemmiah Lewis - BSc (Hons) Business Psychology
I have the flexibility to learn around my schedule and from anywhere in the world. This allowed me to secure a full-time job as a teacher while tutoring part-time.
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Garfield Charles, BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
Leah Fisher, BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
Princess Martini, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Abdullah Omer, BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)
Eliphelet Joseph Gordon Rimayi, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Muna Ahmed Abdulkadir, MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology
Laura Hobby, BA (Hons) Business and Management
Beth Gibbons, PG Dip Project Management
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Adam Newman - LLB (Hons) Law with Business
The University of Essex Online has offered and delivered on flexible learning. The course structures are easy to follow, and I can fit my study around both work and family life.
Adolfo Gonzalez - PG Cert Education (Educational Practice)
Almost a year has passed, and my experience with University of Essex Online has been excellent.
Agnisha Bose - MSc Psychology
I aspire to become a mental health professional and start my own private practice one day.
Alexandra Lockwood - Management Principles and Practices
The knowledge gained is so beneficial and the collaborative learning of discussion forums is really rewarding.
Alice Villar - MSc Computer Science
I am a creative person and, in my opinion, building games while studying is the best way to learn how to code.
Angeline Guarin - MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology
I’d say to any non-UK student that’s worried they will feel like an outsider – fear not! Not only are UK-based students incredibly welcoming, but there are also so many other international students.
Anjelika Maromedoba - Master of Public Health (MPH)
My long-term goals are to work in the United Nations Organisation or the World Health Organisation, as well as continuing my education with the University of Essex.
Bria Murphy - BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Since starting my degree, I’ve gained a great insight into key business and marketing theories, frameworks and models, that I can now apply to my day-to-day work life.
Claire Patricia Wilkinson - BSc (Hons) Healthcare Management
Once I've completed the course and obtained my degree, I hope to use it to progress into senior leadership roles within the NHS and play a part in making a positive change to healthcare in our coun...
Dariusz Paleczny - LLB (Hons) Law
Working full time and studying online is the only option that allows you to flawlessly pursue all your career goals and study in the meantime, not being tied to one place and scheduled classes.
Eli Friedland - LLB (Hons) Law
I’m not confined to one country; I can visit my family and friends all over the world without missing any lectures or important deadlines.
Elina Peiseniece - MSc International Human Resource Management
What I appreciate most about online studying is it gives me the flexibility to study from anywhere, at any time and from any device.
Emanuela Meloyan - LLB (Hons) Law
I was surprised to find out that you can gain your LLB via distance learning – and that it carries the same value as an LLB qualification gained on campus.
Emily Wells - Private: BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Although you are online, when you come to Essex for graduation it really puts it into perspective what you've actually done.
Emma Veale - BSc (Hons) Psychology
As a mature student, my journey with education has been a unique one, shaped by a passion for hands-on experiences and a desire to work with children.
Erika Van der Merwe - Master of Education (M.Ed.)
You are never late to achieve your career goals with Essex Online.
Fjona Stojku - CertHE Law with Business
The flexibility of online education has been critical to my success as it allows me to smoothly blend my studies with my career responsibilities and personal goals.
Grace Araba - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I completed my course just before I turned 71. It shows age is no barrier and that you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it.
Hei Chan - BSc (Hons) Psychology
While a 9-to-5 office job is the norm in Hong Kong, I realised it wasn’t right for me and decided to switch career paths during the pandemic.
James Jordan-Hore - BA (Hons) Business and Management
As I was seeking some way to make myself more employable, I took a project management course online and quite enjoyed the process.
Jamie Wakeman - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I started my studies in 2012 and all was going smoothly in my career and with my education until 2015, when I discovered that I had a tumour.
Josephine Arthur Amoah - MSc Infection Control
I decided to study with the University of Essex Online due to the course content, employability prospects, flexible start dates and because alumni had nothing but good things to say.
Joy Ngugi - MSc Data Science
Choosing this course was an easy decision for me; it allowed me to maintain my job while pursuing my studies, enabling me to apply the skills I developed directly to my work and vice versa.
Julie Macey-Hewitt - Master of Business Management (MBM)
The course has its challenges, but I've learnt so much in both my professional and personal life. If it wasn’t for the course and the supportive tutors I've come across, I'd never have applied for ...
Katie Mitchell - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I joined the Army at sixteen years old having only taken the three GCSEs that I needed for my chosen trade. I am currently a Sergeant within the Royal Signals.
Kerry Kirkham - BSc (Hons) Psychology
I can use my qualification to guide me into to a career that empowers people to get the help they deserve, as well as give something back to the community.
Latoya Stephenson-Smith - Topics in Public Health
After completing the module, I hope to teach additional public health courses to undergraduate students within the academic setting.
Les Huysmans - PG Dip Education
After an in-depth search, I chose the University of Essex Online for its affordability, the helpful responses to my initial queries and the thorough yet smooth admissions process.
Loveness Mangena - Master of Public Health (MPH)
I particularly wanted to gain a broader, more global picture of community health.
Malaika Syed - CertHE Psychology
The support of tutors and dedicated teams, a well-structured curriculum, enriching student learning experience and a comprehensive virtual learning environment (VLE) made it feel no less than an on...
Maria Grecco - MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology
I work as a forensic psychiatrist in Argentina and this course has been amazing, it has really changed my life and my working practice.
Marnee Gamboa - MSc Global Digital Marketing
I chose to further my education with a Masters degree in Global Digital Marketing with the University of Essex Online. This decision was fuelled by the flexibility of the course and the supportive ...
Matt Clifton - BA (Hons) Business and Management
At the time of starting the BA, I was 18 years old, and in my last year of college. It would have been really tough to access a campus-based university over an online study option.
Mauro Orru - LLB (Hons) Law
I wanted a degree in law, and I wanted a first class Bachelors and I wanted to achieve it in 3 years, and no campus-based course would have allowed me to work at my own pace to achieve just that.
Michelle Franklin - CertHE Psychology
I was hesitant and put off doing this for years as I doubted my ability and didn’t feel confident enough but now I wish I had taken the leap years ago.
Naomi Mc Laughlan - Private: BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
After considering whether I should share part of my personal story openly, I have come to the conclusion that my struggles over the past years may motivate somebody.
Nicholas Pillay - Master of Business Management (MBM)
What really sets the University of Essex Online experience apart is the exciting online lectures. They curate interactive and fascinating lecturecasts to keep you engaged throughout each module.
Obinna Orjingene - Master of Public Health (MPH)
I was looking after children who had fled armed conflict. It was here that I was convinced Public Health was the way to go to progress my career.
Razan Alnather - BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
The possibility to change your life is more tangible than you think. If you are working abroad in another country, an online qualification can increase your career options and open up paths to achi...
Serina Jonas - BA (Hons) Business and Management
I set out to earn a living instead of studying, but despite this choice I always wanted to fulfil my ambition to have a qualification.
Shemmiah Lewis - BSc (Hons) Business Psychology
I have the flexibility to learn around my schedule and from anywhere in the world. This allowed me to secure a full-time job as a teacher while tutoring part-time.