The University of Essex
East of England, England
How much do University of Essex graduates earn by subject?
University of Essex graduates earn a median salary of £30,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £46,400, while Creative arts and design graduates earn £21,200.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £28,000 | £33,500 | £45,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | £30,000 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
| Economics | £26,500 | £25,000 | £32,500 |
| Business and management | £27,000 | £27,000 | £37,000 |
| Allied health | £28,500 | £28,500 | £34,500 |
| Politics | - | £24,000 | £30,000 |
| Biosciences | £28,500 | £24,000 | £29,500 |
| History and archaeology | £28,000 | - | £30,300 |
| Psychology | £28,000 | £25,000 | £30,500 |
| Education and teaching | £24,000 | £23,500 | £29,000 |
| Health and social care | £28,500 | £26,500 | £33,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £16,750 | £23,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Essex?
In 2024, University of Essex received 30,980 applications and accepted 5,725 students, giving an acceptance rate of 18.5%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Essex?
85% of University of Essex graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 20 subjects with median salaries ranging from £21,200 to £46,400. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 93.2% | £46,400 |
| Mathematical sciences | 80% | £40,900 |
| Economics | 87.2% | £39,400 |
| Business and management | 84.9% | £37,600 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 95.5% | £36,900 |
| Allied health | 84.5% | £36,100 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 91.4% | £34,300 |
| Politics | 91.5% | £33,200 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 72.1% | £31,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 91.2% | £30,700 |
| English studies | 79.9% | £30,700 |
| Biosciences | 86.9% | £30,300 |
| Languages and area studies | 90.4% | £30,300 |
| History and archaeology | 90.1% | £30,300 |
| Law | 86.3% | £29,200 |
| Psychology | 88.7% | £28,500 |
| Education and teaching | 88.9% | £24,800 |
| Health and social care | 90.2% | £23,000 |
| Performing arts | 91.5% | £23,000 |
| Creative arts and design | 72.4% | £21,200 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £46,400
- 2 Mathematical sciences £40,900
- 3 Economics £39,400
- 4 Business and management £37,600
- 5 Nursing and midwifery £36,900
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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