I'm very conflicted between essex and uea, if anyone has any info on these two universities and the cities they're based in it would be much appreciated!
Colchester is a much smaller town than Norwich but should have everything you need. The university is close to the town and all amenities - mainly within walking distance. great bus service, local train station and supermarkets. Lovely access to countryside and local villages via rural walks. Colchester has 2 cinemas currently in town, a coupe of nightclubs and plenty of restaurants and drinking venues. There are plenty of social activity venues, gyms and also a castle with a lovely park. Norwich is huge and has better retail options. cant comment on the Unis as not started yet and don't know Norwich fantastically well. Good luck