ARU in Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough

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Start in September

Looking to start university this year? There's still plenty of time to apply.

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Celebrating Pride

This month we're recognising the influence and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community, by sponsoring Pride events in our cities of Cambridge and Chelmsford.

Celebrate Pride with us Support for LGBTQ+ students
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Undergraduate degrees

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

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College courses

Discover courses for 16-18 year olds and adult learners at Writtle College.

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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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Degree apprenticeships

Get a higher or degree level qualification alongside valuable work experience.

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Short courses and CPD

We offer a range of short courses, from certified professional training to craft and hobby courses.

Why ARU

Explore our campuses

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Cambridge
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Chelmsford
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Peterborough
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Writtle

News

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Year 12 summer school open for applications

Medicine, Business, Law and Performing Arts programmes take place in June and July.

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ARU lecturer wins award for enterprise module

Module lets students develop start‑up ideas and work on real business challenges.

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Illegal children’s homes increase exploitation risk

Report highlights issues linked to placements in unregistered children’s homes.

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From 'clutter' to hoarding

Researchers at ARU are looking at the importance of possessions, and the causes and effects of hoarding.

Read more about our research into possessions and hoarding Research at ARU
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Free Cambridge eye clinic

Visit us for free eye tests, a contact lens fitting service and a great range of frames.

Visit the Eye Clinic ARU in the community

Events

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Graduate Showcase

Until 13 June
Cambridge

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How To... use AI to make your life easier

16 June
Peterborough

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Campus tours

Fridays
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