ARU in Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough

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Celebrating Earth Month

We've pledged to put sustainability and environmental awareness at the heart of our teaching, research and University operations.

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Magda Michalik

Start-up success at ARU

Magda Michalik is just one of our student entrepreneurs. Having joined the Freelancer Fast-Start Programme at ARU, within three months of graduation she launched a thriving business venture.

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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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News

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ARU to host workshop on sustainable crop production

Two-day event will focus on improving indoor crop yields while cutting resource use.

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Birds exhibit ‘road rage’ due to traffic noise

New study finds that aggressive behaviour is linked to proximity to vehicles.

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Outdoor performance will explore climate anxiety

ARU students help Cambridge community garden mark its 10th birthday with a free show.

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Sustainable Futures at ARU

By engaging communities in our research and sharing knowledge with those who can use it to make a difference, we support transformations towards environmentally and socially just societies.

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From vulnerability to resilience

A new research project led by the Global Sustainability Institute at ARU is identifying vulnerabilities in the UK food system, with the aim of preventing shortages.

Read more about the BAFR-UK project

Events

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I Guess I'm Doing Fine: Neurodiversity, Race and Education

2 April
Chelmsford

Attend our Unlearn event
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Creative Calm workshops

11-13 April
Writtle

Join our free workshops
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Campus tours

Fridays
Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough

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