ARU in Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough

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Clearing 2025

Your journey starts here. Choose from more than 230 courses and apply now to start in September.

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Undergraduate degrees

Study with us in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough or Writtle. Apply today.

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College courses

Unlock your potential at Writtle College, with courses for 16-18 year olds and adult learners.

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Masters degrees

Study a Masters at ARU and take your career to the next level.

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Research programmes

Join our research community: study a PhD, MPhil or Professional Doctorate.

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Why ARU

News

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Student entrepreneurs flourish at ARU

National data places ARU students first in East of England for start-up companies.

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Illustration students honoured at awards

Children’s Book Illustration students take top two places at the national Macmillan Prize.

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College prepares students for real-world success

Writtle College, part of ARU, is praised by Ofsted for strong curriculum and links with industry

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Research at ARU

With three research themes – exploring sustainability and social justice; health and wellbeing; and equality and inclusion – we're producing real outcomes that impact real people locally, and globally.

Health, Performance and Wellbeing Safe and Inclusive Communities Sustainable Futures
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From military service to civilian life

At ARU, the Stories in Transition project is exploring the impact of arts, culture and sport in supporting veterans’ transition to civilian life.

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Free Cambridge eye clinic

Our University Eye Clinic offers free eye tests, a contact lens fitting service and more than 350 frames in our glasses dispensary.

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Events

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Clearing Open Day

6 August
Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough

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Community Day

16 August
Peterborough

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Graduation ceremonies

7-21 July
Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough

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