We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of degree apprenticeships, working in partnership with professional bodies and some of the biggest names in industry and public services. Here at ARU we understand evolving workforces and the skills shortages impacting organisational performance today and we recognise the fantastic opportunities that degree apprenticeships offer to aspiring apprentices from diverse backgrounds.
Degree apprenticeships are an alternative work-based route to degree education. They're a collaboration between employers, apprentices and our University - and the benefits of these transformational education programmes are clear.
Why choose a degree apprenticeship?
We currently work with over 330 regional and national employers to offer a wide range of future relevant degree level programmes that have been designed to meet the needs of today’s employers and provide exciting career development opportunities for over 2,000 apprentices.
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Explore how degree apprenticeships can bring talent, skills, ideas and enthusiasm to your organisation by attracting high calibre apprentices, as well as developing existing staff.
Find out moreExplore a new work-based route to degree education with ARU’s partner employers. Embark on an exciting new career, or develop your skills and future potential with your current employer.
Explore degree apprenticeshipsHere are some examples of some of the fantastic organisations we’re partnering with to provide degree and master’s level apprenticeships.
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