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Welcome to the University Square (Southend Campus) page. Feel free to ask us any questions! There is a on site laundrette as well as bike sheds on the courtyard.

This purpose built University student accommodation located in the middle of town and just 5 minutes away from campus, consists of 561 student rooms in 7 houses situated around a central enclosed courtyard. There are a selection of single study rooms within flats or self contained studio flats which have their own kitchenette. All rooms are en-suite and some rooms have been adapted for wheel chair

users. All rooms are networked and internet access is provided at no additional cost. The large common room also benefits from internet access as does the courtyard area. There is a dedicated Accommodation team at the University Square offering a 24 hour reception/security presence, a regular cleaning service in the communal areas of the flats and an out of hours resident support team (RSN)

02/10/2025

Feel like you’re missing out by not living on campus? But not quite ready to commit to living here full-time? We’ve got you covered…

With our Experience Essex offer, you can stay on campus for 4 weeks and soak in everything Essex has to offer without the long-term commitment. Book 2 weeks, and we’ll give you 2 extra weeks FREE.

It’s the perfect way to fully immerse yourself in campus life and see what Essex is about.

After your stay, if you loved your time with you book a full-time room from the end date of your stay.

Book by midnight on 6 October to secure this offer, link in bio.

Available in Colchester and Southend.

24/09/2025

We are excited to start welcoming you to Essex this weekend, the countdown is on!

Don't forget to complete your accommodation induction that you will find in your emails, you will receive your arrivals pass upon completion including all your room information.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

See you soon...

10/09/2025

🗝️Collecting your keys🗝️

Please swipe to check where you will collect your keys from during arrivals weekend, more details on out of hours collection is included in the link in our bio.

If you get lost during arrivals, there will be SU volunteers around to help you. If you have any questions in the meantime, please send us a DM or email us at [email protected].

We can't wait to meet you all!

26/02/2025

Starting at Essex in 2025-2026 with a household income of £35,000 or under? You could be eligible for our Essex Futures Bursary of up to £3,000.

This bursary supports with accommodation costs; you can find out more details via the link in our bio.

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17/01/2025

CASHBACK COUNTDOWN IS ON!

Only two weeks left to secure up to £750 cashback* when booking your 2025/26 accommodation! Apply by 31 January 2025 to secure this unmissable offer—plus a chance to win free accommodation!

What are you waiting for? https://universityofessex.info/4g42eIA

*T&Cs apply. See online.

15/01/2025

💔Missed your friends over the festive break? Secure your accommodation for 2025/26 and live together on campus!

Plus, if you apply as a returning student before 31 January 2025, you can secure up to £750 cashback* and the chance to win free accommodation.*

Link in bio ☝️

*T&C's apply. Information is listed on the application page.

27/12/2024

When looking for accommodation, check what is included in your rent! Several private accommodation contracts do not include bills, meaning you could pay more per week.

✔️accAccommodation Essex prices include all your bills. Meaning you do not need to worry about the energy price inflations as your rent will not change throughout your contract.

Find out more via the link in our bio, and secure your accommodation!

15/12/2024

Staying on campus over the winter break?

There are still events going on in Colchester and Southend, check them out >>

13/12/2024

Make a difference this winter by joining the big winter switch-off.
Before you go home for winter break, please:

Close your windows
Set your radiator to 1
Switch off any lights
Turn off any plugs

Thank you from Accommodation Essex and Sustainability.

19/11/2024

Returning student applications are now open for 2025-26 with the highest cashback amount yet!

This year we are offering up to £750* when you book your room before 31 January 2025 with no deposit! > https://universityofessex.info/3ZdAPip

Book to live in the following areas, and receive a special cashback offer for that area:
💸 University Square - £750 cashback

Terms and condition apply. Full details available online > www.essex.ac.uk/life/accommodation/terms-and-policies

Address

University Square, Queens Road
Southend-on-Sea
SS11BF

Website

https://www.essex.ac.uk/life/southend-campus

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