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ARU Blogs — Student blogs

Join students from across our University for a behind-the-scenes look at life at ARU..

Find out what they do on a daily basis, what they’re inspired by in class, the challenges they face and what they get up to outside of teaching hours. Share in their journey from the first few days in a new course to graduation!

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2 November 2023

Amara Alsa gives her first impressions of ARU and shares her experience of her first term studying in Cambridge. Read more…

31 July 2023

When starting university, how do you settle in and find out more about student life? The answer is Welcome Week. ARU Psychology student Lily shares her top tips on how to make the most of the week. Read more…

8 June 2022

When studying at ARU, you’ll be able to explore your passions and challenge yourself, and you will be guided by your tutors step by step through your journey. But what would the university experience be without friends and a bit (or a bit more) fun? Read more…

31 March 2020

Moving to a foreign country for me was extremely challenging, but right now, I am proud of my decision. I am from Lithuania, and my trip started from there. It was not easy to say goodbye to my family, friends and hobbies, but it was a new beginning in my life. Read more…

18 August 2018

Starting at university is one of the most exciting times of your life. There’s so much going on, so many new people and it can sometimes be a little overwhelming. So here’s a list of things I would recommend doing when you join ARU. Read more…

7 May 2018

Child nursing student Abbi describes her experiences of starting at Anglia Ruskin University, moving into accommodation, and settling in during Freshers' Week. Read more…

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