Starting university: information for parents
Starting university is an exciting time for students and we know you'll want to help your child be as prepared as they can be.
Starting university is an exciting time for students and we know you'll want to help your child be as prepared as they can be.
Find out how we help our students with their study skills, health and wellbeing, money management, and more..
How we support our studentsIf your child's thinking about going to university, you'll want to be sure it's the right choice.
There are many things that can make university an amazing experience – and a good investment – for your child:
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Get tips and updatesYou don't need to pay for university upfront. There's a range of loans and scholarships that can help to cover the cost of tuition fees, as well as day-to-day living expenses.
Find out more about tuition fees, loans and grants for undergraduate students.
Check your child's eligibility for our scholarships and bursaries, designed to support some of our most talented students.
Find out how we're helping to reduce financial pressures for our students.
Find answers to questions parents, guardians and carers often ask about university accommodation.
Help your child prepare for their arrival at ARU with our handy checklist.
Find out how the university year works and what to expect at each stage of your child's first year.