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Accommodation & commuting

We want you to be happy in every aspect of your life at university, and that includes finding a home which is friendly, comfortable and safe. Explore options for living on campus or commuting.

Anastasia House in Cambridge on a sunny day
Accommodation in Cambridge
Student Village accommodation on ARU's Chelmsford campus
Accommodation in Chelmsford
Peterborough Embankment on a sunny day, with blocks of flats in the distance across the river
Accommodation in Peterborough
Exterior view of Maddison Halls
Accommodation in Writtle
Four students walking outside the Anglia Ruskin University campus in Cambridge

Commuting to ARU

Commuting from home can save money and offer flexibility, while you can still get involved in student life and the social side of university.

Find out about commuting
Renting privately Information and support on finding and living in rented accommodation.
Four students outside accommodation at ARU's Chelmsford campus

Learn more about accommodation at ARU

How to apply Frequently asked questions Information for students with a disability or medical condition
Contact our accommodation team
Information for current students

Student Accommodation Code

It’s important to us that your accommodation is safe and of a good standard. The University’s eligible properties are signed up to the Student Accommodation Code. All off-campus houses are subject to House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) licensing laws and several of our houses are accredited by the local council. Externally-managed accommodation is covered by Unipol/ANUK National Code.