Hybrid learning

Here at ARU we offer a number of hybrid courses. Hybrid means you'll study on campus for part of your course, and learn from another location(s) the rest of the time. 

When you're not on campus you might be:

• on placements, which are a major part of health and social care courses
• studying from a place that suits you.

The amount of time you spend on campus varies depending which course you choose to study.

Who are hybrid courses for?

Anyone! You might choose a hybrid course because:

• you want to work in health or social care, and your course includes a number of placements.
• you're continuing your education, changing direction in your career, or simply studying for enjoyment. If that's the case you can study in your own time and around other commitments such as your job, children or hobbies. Find out more in this blog.

What support will I get during my studies?

You’ll get full support throughout your course.

If you're studying a health and social care course that includes placements, your time will be divided between university study and supervised placements. At university, you’ll attend lectures with your course mates, use facilities such as clinical skills labs, and have direct contact with your tutors.

If you're studying another subject, you'll use our learning management system, Canvas. Through Canvas you can access study resources and take part in online workshops. Our tutors are on hand to offer advice and regular feedback. And, if you live close to one of our campuses, you're welcome to use the libraries and facilities.

How much time will I spend on campus?

This varies depending which course you're studying.

If you're studying a health and social care course that includes placements, your time is divided about equally between university study and supervised placements.

If you're studying another subject, time spent on campus varies. You might, for example, join us once a term for residential workshops or study days.

You'll find more information on individual course pages.

Which campus will I study at?

With health and social care courses you'll be based at one campus. You can choose which one when you apply.

Other courses may be based at one campus – Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough or Writtle – or offer a choice.

You'll find details on individual course pages.

If you'd like to find out more about any of our courses, come along to an Open Day or talk to us on live chat.

You may also be interested in an accelerated degree, which takes just two years to complete.