Research
Our research tackles real-world issues, changing lives and improving societies nationally and internationally. In the latest Research Excellence Framework, we were judged to have achieved world-leading impact in nine of out 16 subject areas, with every subject area including some research rated as world-leading.
Why research at ARU?
Our research staff and students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated help with funding applications and career development, and an active community that enables them to share ideas and foster new collaborations.
How we support our research staff and students
CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership PhD studentships
Applications are now open for a range of full-time or part-time PhD studentships in Cambridge, funded by the ESRC through the CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership (CAM-DTP).
Explore and apply for our CAM-DTP PhD studentships
Research degrees
Find out about studying for a PhD, MPhil, MD (Res), PhD by Published Work or Professional Doctorate at ARU, including funding options.
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Our research alumni
Read about the experiences of former research students at Anglia Ruskin University, and the career paths they've followed since completing their PhD.
Read our research student case studies
Unlocking the secrets of the Antarctic
ARU StoryLab and UK Antarctic Heritage Trust bring the unique heritage of the Antarctic to life with immersive virtual reality experience.
Read more about Fabrizio Galeazzi's work
Fizz, bang, whoosh... PANIC!
Dr Claudia Wascher explains why we ought to be considerate about using fireworks in areas with large wildlife populations.
Read more about Claudia Wascher's work
In Fair Health?
In Fair Health? will determine the health status, needs and trends among Showmen, and identify and propose solutions to the barriers to healthcare faced by the community.
Read more about our work identifying and addressing the health needs of Showmen
Single-use plastics
Pioneering research demonstrated the impacts of biodegradable plastics and microplastics and of cigarette butts on the environment.
Read more about our research on the environmental impact of single-use plastics
