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Exams & Assessment Support

Find out how we've got your back...

 
VTeam Presents: Essex Got Talent

Auditions open until Monday 15 April 23:59...

 
 
How to avoid academic offences

We encourage you to be a "rebel" at Essex but when it comes to exams it's better to follow the rules!...

 
How to prepare for an exam

Follow this step by step guide to help you prepare for the upcoming assessment period....

 
How to read your Exam Timetable

Locations, timings, type of exam... Understanding your exam timetable can save so much stress. We've broken it down for you right here!...

 
Got an in-person Exam? We've got your back!

Exams come in all shapes and sizes but a number of assessments are now back to being in person. Read on for all you need to know about in pe...

 
TERM 2 BIG PLAN UPDATE

Term 2 updates from the Student Leaders...

 
QAWWALI

Our first ever Qawwali!...

 
LGBTQ+ SAFETY SURVEY

Report any safety issues you have experienced or witnessed on campus to help us better protect our students...

 
Spring Break

Opening times and events...

 
Derby Day is coming...

Wednesday 24 April - save the date...

 
The Best Places to Study on Campus!

We went on the hunt to find the the best spots on campus to study, whichever vibe you're after....

 
Have your say

Complete the survey on life at Essex...

 
‘Students’ Union of the Year’

We're shortlisted at the WhatUni Student Choice Awards......

 
SU Leadership Election Winners

Your 24/25 Student Leaders are......

 
VP Student Experience Term 2 update

Let's catch up on what I have been up to leading up to end of term 2...

 
Pebbles with a cause

A university campus can be a lonely place but we are fortunate to have our very own campus cat....

 
Don’t Furr-get March 5th: Campus Cat Day!

Read about what there is to do on Tuesday 5th March...

 
 
Campus Cat Day Photo winner: Debbie Hall

View Campus Cat Day's winning photo snapped by Debbie Hall...

 
Ode to Pebbles

Read Damien Bell's Campus Cat Day winning poem...

 
VP Education February Update

Read what I've been up to in the past month....

 
Campus Cat: Origins Story

The tale of how Pebbles came to live at Essex...

 
Campus Cat Day

Find out how we celebrated Pebbles...

 
Essex Blades BUCS Update

See how the teams did this month...

 
Final year, no idea?

The University have put together a series of events specifically tailored to final year students with support on how to find and successfull...

 
SU VOLUNTEERING WEEK

Be part of something 12-18 February...

 
VP Welfare December & January Blog 2023

Read all about what your VP Welfare Nifemi has been working on in December and January!...

 
S.H.A.G Week Survey

Fill in our survey ahead of the Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance week so we can find out more about Essex Students!...

 
VP Community & Engagement Start of Term 2 Update

Hi guys! Checkout my start of Term 2 Blog...

 
VP Education January Update

Read what I've been up to in the past month....

 
Updates to SU Student Leader roles

We’re making some important changes to our student leader roles from the 24/25 academic year onwards that we wanted you to know about....

 
REBECCA CHIVERS

Member of Lend a Hand...

 
MORGANE SABATINI

Member of Lend a Hand...

 
FRAZER MERRITT

Member of RTP...

 
LIZZIE ARCHER

Member of Einstein...

 
INES GOMES DE ALBUQUERQUE

Member of Art Club...

 
Blades News 6th December (Week 10)

Your weekly roundup of Essex Blades News....

 
VP Welfare November Blog

Find out what Nifemi has been working hard on in November for you guys....

 
VP Education December Update

Read what I've been up to in the past month....

 
VP Student Experience December update

It is the season to be jolly so check out my blog!...

 
 

Essex Students' Union news

Derby Day is coming...

Wednesday 24 April - save the date

 
Exams & Assessment Support

Find out how we've got your back

 
Holi

Everything you need to know...

 
Have your say

Complete the survey on life at Essex

 
Spring Break

Opening times and events

 
TERM 2 BIG PLAN UPDATE

Term 2 updates from the Student Leaders

 
QAWWALI

Our first ever Qawwali!

 
‘Students’ Union of the Year’

We're shortlisted at the WhatUni Student Choice Awards...

 
VTeam Presents: Essex Got Talent

Auditions open until Monday 15 April 23:59

 
SU Leadership Election Winners

Your 24/25 Student Leaders are...

 
Campus Cat: Origins Story

The tale of how Pebbles came to live at Essex

 
Pebbles with a cause

A university campus can be a lonely place but we are fortunate to have our very own campus cat.

 
Don’t Furr-get March 5th: Campus Cat Day!

Read about what there is to do on Tuesday 5th March

 
Campus Cat Day Photo winner: Debbie Hall

View Campus Cat Day's winning photo snapped by Debbie Hall

 
Ode to Pebbles

Read Damien Bell's Campus Cat Day winning poem

 
Campus Cat Day

Find out how we celebrated Pebbles

 
SU VOLUNTEERING WEEK

Be part of something 12-18 February

 
Essex Blades BUCS Update

See how the teams did this month

 
Final year, no idea?

The University have put together a series of events specifically tailored to final year students with support on how to find and successfully apply for graduate work or study.

 
S.H.A.G Week Survey

Fill in our survey ahead of the Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance week so we can find out more about Essex Students!

 
Updates to SU Student Leader roles

We’re making some important changes to our student leader roles from the 24/25 academic year onwards that we wanted you to know about.

 
Blades News 6th December (Week 10)

Your weekly roundup of Essex Blades News.

 
Joining Essex in January?

This is the official place to find out everything you need to know. Fromcampus tours, welcome events and more...

 
Blades Update 22nd November (Week 8)

Your weekly round-up of Essex Blades News

 
Christmas Opening Hours

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Staying on campus? Discover your favourite SU venues opening hours...

 
Congratulations VTeam

A HUGE congratulations to Essex SU's VTeam for being awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2023 – the highest national award a voluntary group can receive in the UK.

 
Student Spotlight: Isobel, Shannon & Marina

Read how Marina has taken her production from coursework to the real world.

 
Blades Update 15th November (Week 7)

Your weekly round-up of Essex Blades News.

 
Blades Update 9th November (Week 6)

Your weekly round-up of Essex Blades News

 
Blades Update 1st November (Week 5)

Your weekly roundup of Essex Blades news.

 
Blades Update 25th October (Week 4)

Your weekly round-up of Essex Blades News.

 
Blades Update 11th October (Week 2)

Your weekly round-up of Essex Blades news.

 
Blades Update 18th October (Week 3)

Your weekly round-up of Essex Blades news

 
Our exclusive Essex SU app...

Connect with other Essex students online before even setting foot on campus...

 
Become a Student Rep!

Boost your education, skills + CV by joining us as a Student Rep. At the SU, we’re powered by students, so we need you to help us to help you improve your education.

 
How can I use AI?

Everything you need to know about how and how not to use AI to help with your studies.

 
Support in relation to Israel and Palestine

If you or someone you know is affected and in need of assistance we encourage you to please reach out...

 
Welcome Events Line Up

Get ready for a timetable packed with FREE events, campus tours, fun activities and opportunities to meet new friends.

 
Welcome Events Line Up

Get ready for a timetable packed with FREE events, campus tours, fun activities and opportunities to meet new friends.

 
Become an SU Welcome Crew Volunteer

You’ve been there, done that and now’s the time to get your t-shirt!

 
Upcoming PG Summer Events

Find out the upcoming PG Summer events running from July to September! The summer does not have be hot and boring but rather cool, relaxing and fun! Mark the dates, sign up because you don't want to miss out on the fun!

 
Be a Leader for VTeam

Register your interest to be a leader for a regular volunteering project.

 
Celebrating Our Representatives

On Tuesday, we held a Recognition Evening to celebrate the work that our student representatives do. Find out who won our awards for their valued voluntary work.

 
SAFETY OFF CAMPUS

VP Community and Engagement, Flazzi has put together his top tips for keeping safe during a night out off campus...

 
STANDING UP

Before you can intervene in situations effectively, it is vital to think about your own personal safety and the safety of those around you...

 
SELF DEFENSE

VP Welfare, Dorothy explains why being aware of self-defense is important when transitioning into university life and living away from home...

 
 
SUHomes Tips: save on your energy bills

In case you missed it, the government’s Energy Support Scheme means you may be entitled to a one-off support payment or credit from energy suppliers...

 
SU Exam Mode: events & support

Know your BeReal from your Reels? For this role you have to be social savvy!

 
Trans Allyship: How to be an ally

Visit the Trans Allyship hub to find out what you can do to be an ally to trans people.

 
UCU Marking and Assessment Boycott (Here’s what we know!)

Read more about what we know about the planned UCU Marking and Assessment Boycott...

 
This Post Office is closing it’s doors

We’ve made the difficult decision to close the Post Office on Wednesday 21st June 2023. Read more about why we've had to close and your next nearest Post Office here...