Writtle University College and ARU have merged. Writtle’s full range of college, degree, postgraduate and short courses will still be delivered on the Writtle campus. See our guide to finding Writtle information on this site.

Our vision and values

Our vision

Transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research.

Our values

Ambition

We are determined to achieve our goals and continually strive to enhance our University for the benefit of all.

Innovation

We will apply our collective and individual creativity to conceive and develop new ideas, implementing them for the benefit of the communities we serve.

Courage

We are bold in taking the decisions we feel are right, even when it is difficult to do so.

Community

We greatly value working collaboratively, supporting each other and helping everyone to achieve their potential.

Integrity

We do what we say we will do and are fair and transparent in our decision-making and actions.

Responsibility

We take decisions and act in a way which respects environmental, societal and economic considerations, and which best supports those who study and work with us.