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28 November 2019
The word 'accelerated' can be daunting, so I would like to show you what an average week is like on the new two-year Primary Education Studies degree. I’m a mother of two, so my weeks can get busy... but it’s all manageable! Read more…
6 February 2020
As a postgraduate student, most of my class was made up of mature students who were returning to education after a long break. Many of them also work full-time and fit studies in around their job. I'd come straight from my bachelors degree so making friends felt a bit daunting. Read more…
23 January 2020
I started a Masters at ARU in September and, just like that, I've completed my first semester. Here's what it taught me. Read more…
17 January 2020
As we reached the end of our first semester (or trimester for those of us on the accelerated degree) I asked my fellow students for the tips they'd give to those starting at uni. Here are our top five. Read more…
26 November 2019
Before applying for a Masters degree at ARU, I was a little apprehensive as I did not know what it was going to entail and I had a few questions running through my head. But those worries soon melted away. Read more…
22 October 2019
As an Early Childhood Studies graduate I knew I wanted to work in teaching or education - but what was the right path for me? Studying a Masters has helped me to define my future. Read more…
22 October 2019
As I was rapidly approaching 'the big 40', I reflected back on what it was I wanted to learn in order to meet my goal of being a Primary School Teacher. I investigated my options and a colleague suggested looking for a Primary Education Studies degree. Read more…
24 June 2019
If, like me, you choose to study Early Childhood Studies, there's a range of books and sources that are available to use for each module. They're on a reading list you can refer to at any time on Canvas, ARU's online learning portal… Read more…
14 May 2019
Budgeting can be daunting especially if it’s the first-time handling money. But it doesn’t have to be scary. It does take some effort and practise, but it eventually gets easier, not that I’m claiming to be an expert. See below my budgeting hints and tips that I hope you find useful. Read more…
10 May 2019
Hi I’m Anna, a second year student midwife. Reaching that milestone of the halfway mark of my degree is quite exciting but scary at the same time. The last year and a half has flown by! Thinking back to when I was about to start university seems like a while ago now… Read more…
7 May 2019
Having higher qualifications is great when it comes to job opportunities and careers within the early years’ sector. With a degree in early years you can work in a variety of settings which include: Read more…
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