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14 October 2022
Holly is just starting out as a student on our BA (Hons) Writing and English Literature degree at the age of 55, having previously completed the foundation year. Here she describes some of her experiences of being a mature student, as well as her inspirations and influences for taking the course. Read more…
11 July 2023
Digital Media Production student Sade applied to ARU through Clearing, having taken a year out to work and gain experience. Here, she explains how Clearing was the opportunity to find her perfect course. Read more…
21 June 2023
I am a big fan of animation. I totally agree with the words of Guillermo del Toro, one of the most influential Mexican filmmakers, when he said animation is not a genre for kids but a medium for art and film, while holding the Academy Award he won for his version of Pinocchio, last year. Read more…
4 May 2023
I’m Mitzi, a third year Early Childhood Studies student at ARU and self-published children’s author. Here are my top five children’s books that inspired me throughout my childhood as well as currently influence me as an author and early childhood student. Read more…
14 February 2023
Over the years, there have been lingering doubts about the parity in the UK between the academic route (A levels) and technical education. Read more…
22 December 2022
Whilst the Christmas period can be a relief for some, offering a well-earned break from the pressures of essays and exams, it can also be a difficult time. Read more…
21 June 2022
Hello everyone. My name is George, I just finished my second year of Film & TV Production here at ARU, and I am here to give you some of the wisdom that I gained in the two years I have spent here. Read more…
6 May 2022
I studied my BA and then my MA at ARU and so there are many resources that helped inform my writing and individual style. You will get a specific reading list as part of your course when you start your modules, but this isn’t about that… Read more…
6 May 2022
When you join your course and start your modules, you’ll get a full reading list that will include journals, essays and textbooks, so don’t jump the gun and wait until you start to make the most of your finances and the awesome library here. In the meantime, to quench your thirst for knowledge… Read more…
6 April 2022
I often get asked the question ‘But what can I do with an English degree?’ to which I reply ‘anything!’. Read more…
2 February 2022
The untimely death of writer, educator, artist Gloria Jean Watkins – also known as bell hooks – came as a blow in this already challenging year. It is one of those situations in which you enjoy a relationship with a good friend, you feel she will always be there with her wisdom and her encouragement… Read more…
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