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What’s On: Winter Events with ARU This Season

Winter has very much arrived, and ARU are ready to celebrate with a fantastic line-up of events organised by the Student’s Union. This winter, you can take part in craft workshops, go ice skating, join a Santa Fun Run, attend a Winter Wonderland party, and explore Christmas markets — all right on campus! Find out more about these exciting events and how you can make the most of the winter season at ARU.


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Animal Behaviour at ARU College

ARU College proud to offer pathways into BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, BSc (Hons) Zoology, and BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation undergraduate programmes at ARU.  


Welcome to ARU Cambridge – What’s on for September?

Coming to Cambridge this September? In addition to the ARU College Welcome Talks and Events, the ARU Student's Union has a variety of activities planned for the rest of the month. Enjoy 'Welcome Fest', an Inflatable Fun Day, Pottery Workshop, Outdoor Cinema, a Cocktail Workshop, and much more! There’s something for everyone, so it’s a great chance to get involved and have fun. Remember, as an ARU College student, you're an ARU student from day one so be sure to attend as many events as you can to make the most of welcome week and beyond!


Welcome to ARU Chelmsford– What’s on for September?

Coming to Chelmsford this September? In addition to the ARU College Welcome Talks and Events, the ARU Student's Union has a variety of activities planned for the rest of the month. Enjoy the 'Welcome World Party' with a live DJ, Outdoor Cinema, Pottery Painting, Beach Day, Axe Throwing, and much more! There’s something for everyone, so it’s a great chance to get involved and have fun. Remember, as an ARU College student, you're an ARU student from day one so be sure to attend as many events as you can to make the most of welcome week and beyond!


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Welcome week and Your Induction: What to expect

Welcome Week is designed to introduce you to university life and help you settle in. If you're starting your course in September 2024, Welcome Week will take place between 16 and 20 September. So, what happens in welcome week?



ARU Shines in The Guardian University Guide 2024

The Guardian University Guide 2024 league table, which ranks institutions by subject, looking at areas such as student satisfaction, has once again recognised ARU for a variety of subject areas such as Sports Science, Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism, English, and Education. ARU College offer both undergraduate and postgraduate pathways into a variety of degrees in these disciplines.



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10 things you should know before arriving at ARU College

We’re so thrilled that you’re joining us at ARU College soon. As you prepare for your upcoming journey, we want to provide you with some essential information to help ensure you have a smooth transition into life at ARU.


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Get ready for ARU College! Have you planned a budget?

So you're about to embark on your journey as a university student in Cambridge or Chelmsford. Have you thought about how you are going to budget? It’s important that you set a budget for life in the UK before you arrive. A budget will help you manage your money and prepare for any expenses. 


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