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Postgrad Insights - Study Computing
University of Essex Online provide 100% online part-time Masters degrees and short courses in business, computing, education, health, law, criminology and psychology. Our students benefit from a flexible approach to learning while receiving the same dedicated support they expect from a top 25 UK university (Guardian 2025).
We’re delighted to announce that the University of Essex Online has been rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning Rankings 2024. For the first time, THE has launched a ranking system to measure online learning on a global basis.
Why study with University of Essex Online
Whether you're an experienced professional looking to progress your career or a recent graduate who wants to boost their CV, online study is a cost-effective, convenient and flexible way to get ahead.
Your course will be delivered through our state-of-the-art virtual learning platform which provides you with 24/7 access to high-quality resources, including lecturecasts, discussion forums, live seminars and Q&A sessions, as well as an eLibrary. Even your assessments will be completed wholly online – there’s no need for you to travel to an assessment centre!
All our programmes are awarded and validated by the University of Essex, an award-winning university with a 50-year heritage of teaching and research excellence. On completion of your studies, you’ll be invited to graduate at the University of Essex’s Colchester campus. You will graduate with the same certificate as campus-based students – your mode of study is only mentioned on your academic transcript.
