Governance

Originally established in 1858, ARU has grown to become one of the largest universities in the East of England.

Based in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Writtle, our mission is – and has always been – to transform lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research.

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University strategy and leadership

Our ten-year strategy, Designing our future, sets out our vision and ambitions. Download the strategy, learn more about our University's leadership team, and view ARU's annual report and accounts.

Strategy and leadership ARU Board of Governors
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Policies, procedures and regulations

As a University, we’re committed to sustainability, promoting equality, and supporting students' access to higher education. Read more about these commitments and others.

Polices, procedures and regulations
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Writtle College governance

Read about Writtle College's Board of Governors, key policies and procedures, and annual report and financial statements.

 Writtle College governance and key documents Policies, procedures and regulations

Transparency return

These pages contain general information about students who've applied to, joined and studied at ARU, including (where known) their results.

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Subsidiary companies

Find out more about the eight subsidiary companies forming the Anglia Ruskin University group.

Our subsidiary companies

ARU Foundation

Read about the ARU Foundation, an exempt charity that distributes bequests and donations made to our University.

More about ARU Foundation