Higher Education

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Earn your degree your way - full-time or part-time - right here in Essex at USP College!

Looking to take the next step in your education?

At USP College, we offer a wide range of Higher Education courses in Essex, including Level 4 qualifications, Higher National Certificate and Higher National Diplomas, Foundation Degrees, and full Undergraduate Degrees.

Whether you’re a sixth-form or college leaver, or you’re looking to upskill and advance your career, our flexible study options are designed to fit around your life. Every programme is built to give you the skills employers demand today and help you achieve the career you want.

Why Choose USP College for Higher Education?

  • A variety of higher-level qualifications – some are even free!
  • Over 10 years of experience delivering degree-level study locally in Essex
  • Courses in Early Years, Sport, and cutting-edge Digital technologies
  • Undergraduate degrees validated by leading universities, including:
    • University of Hertfordshire
    • Writtle University College
    • Coventry University
    • University of the Arts London

Guaranteed Progression

If you’ve completed a relevant Level 3 course with USP College, you’re guaranteed a place on one of our Higher Education programmes (subject to entry requirements).

Flexible Funding Options

There are a number of options to help you pay for your Higher Education course, including tuition fee loans and maintenance loans or grants. For more information on all the options visit gov.uk/student-finance

Learn more about Financial Support

Ready to take the next step? Apply now for Higher Education at USP College and start building your future today.

Why study at Higher Education at USP College?

Students achieve excellent outcomes

Students achieve excellent outcomes

Progression to employment or further study is high, while part-time student progression to highly skilled employment or further study is consistent with the College's benchmark.

Small class sizes

Small class sizes

Our classes are kept small so our teachers can work with you closely, enabling you to learn faster and perform better.

Save money!

Save money!

Being able to study locally means that you won't have to spend thousands of pounds on living and accommodation costs!

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of students agreed that the skills they developed will be useful for their future career*

No. 1

face-to-face provider in Essex for student satisfaction*

91%

agreed the range of teaching methods has helped them learn*

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Explanation Quality: Our staff scores 100%, well above the national average of 91.1%.

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Accessibility: We offer 100% ease of contact, surpassing the national average of 85.5%.

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Support for Learning: With 100% support, we exceed the national average of 85.7%

Higher Education delivered in partnership with

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