ARU in Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough

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Open Days

Get to know us better. Open Days are the perfect opportunity to come and explore what life is like at ARU.

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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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ARU leads project to boost NHS staffing

Project aims to bring more staff to areas that face challenges accessing healthcare.

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Music therapy helps brain-injured children

New therapy tool could help families support their child’s recovery.

Read more about the MuSICCA tool
Highly Commended recipients and winners of the 2025 Vice Chancellor's Outstanding Alumni Awards

ARU celebrates global success of alumni

Outstanding Alumni Awards showcase incredible contributions made by graduates.

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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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Events

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Graduate Showcase 2025

28 April–13 June
Cambridge

Celebrate our creative students’ work
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Campus tours

Fridays
Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough

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Family Science Exhibition

27–28 May
Peterborough

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