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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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Nurses deserve a big 'thank you' at Christmas

New survey commissioned by ARU shows level of appreciation for healthcare workers.

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Local businesses receive free digital boost

New online course covers subjects ranging from AI to social media.

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Thea Lu

ARU graduate named in New York Times top 10

'Here and There' by Thea Lu is one of Best Illustrated Children’s Books of 2024.

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Research at ARU

With three research themes – exploring sustainability and social justice; health and wellbeing; and rights, equality and inclusion – we're making a positive difference to the societies we live in.

Health, Performance and Wellbeing Safe and Inclusive Communities Sustainable Futures
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Cambridge and the Miners' Strike

A research project at ARU documents the experiences of those involved in the Miners' Strike 1984-85 including mining communities, and their supporters in Cambridge.

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Events

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Exploring Impulsivity, Compulsivity & Hoarding

22 January
Cambridge and online

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The Value of Research for Music Therapy conference

17-18 January
Cambridge and online

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