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Have your say - Complete the NSS

It's your chance to share your experience of university, from teaching and resources to your overall student voice. Your feedback helps improve courses for future students.

Missed the deadline? Don’t Panic! Act Now!
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If something unexpected comes up that affects your ability to submit your work on time or to the standard you’d like, you can submit late or request a short extension.

What's an exceptional circumstances claim?
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Learn what it is and how to make one.

Just double-check it! Avoiding errors!
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Avoiding Common Errors!

Getting ahead of your deadlines!
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Worried about meeting your upcoming deadline? Know the options available to you.

Submitting Soon? Give It One Last Look!
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Submitting work – check the basics and do it today!

Pay the Placement

Student nurses deliver frontline care - all while still covering tuition fees. We're fighting to get pay for placements.

ARU student Bryany explains how volunteering has changed her life!

Thinking about doing some volunteering but just need that little push to dive in? Read about Bryany's inspiring experiences with volunteering here

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ARU CONTACT LIST LENT 2021

Visual Stories: Letters to our Younger Selves

Check out this inspiring collaboration between ARQlab and Cambridge School of Art, (the sports students and the illustration students!)

Advisor Top Tips
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Don’t let pressure bubble over — get support early.

Let integrity shape your journey, not shortcuts
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If you can’t reference it - don’t submit it.

Why writing your own essay matters
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Thinking of using an essay writing service? Here’s why you shouldn't!!

AI is a Tool, not a shortcut or replacement
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Check out the Union Advice signposting information and top tips to avoid running into trouble!

ARU's Student Art Competition

You’re invited to help light up our learning spaces by taking part in this year’s ARU Student learning spaces artwork competition.

Customise your Societies Colour

Choose the colour of your societies homepage and card.

Bring Back the £1 Meal!

In an ongoing cost of living crisis, now more than ever students need affordable, healthy, hot meals - sign the petition and get involved in the fight for fair food!

Student Discounts

Enjoy the local business student discount by showing your ARU student ID!

Welcome to The Shy People

Welcome to the shy people!

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Level Up! Gaming Society

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Rate the new Union website

Let us know what you think of the new Union website with this quick 20 second form.

Gender Expression Fund Secures Stonewall Award!

The Union's Gender Expression Fund has made a big contribution to ARU's Stonewall 'Champion' award!

Let’s Talk Budgeting
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Effective money management is something we're all struggling with

Welcome to the new home for the Union

A brief introduction to the shiny new website.

The Union's Gender Expression Fund
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The Union recognises the potential financial burden that can be faced by students undergoing any level of gender identity transition. To ensure students can live as their most authentic self, regardless of their economic background, we have created this fund to allow students of any means to buy items that most match their identity.

HEMS Placement Travel Guide
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With the ongoing Cost of Living crisis, I want to make sure no one is missing out on how to save money when travelling to placements. Make sure you're getting the most out of travel near you!

Student Renter's Guide Re-Release

The Student Renter's Guide was first written in 2018 by a student for students, to help avoid the potential pitfalls of private renting and give helpful hints and tips. Since then a lot has changed in renting legislation, so we've updated our guide with all the current rules; laws and guidance.