Our fantastic academics will link theory with practice in a friendly and supportive environment; just one of the reasons that our students have recorded some of the highest satisfaction rates across the University. Based in a modern building in the heart of the city, ARU London focuses on delivering a range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses of the highest calibre. Our central location, convenient transport links and established relationships across the city all come together to help you take advantage of studying in one of the world’s best student cities**. Choosing to study in a leading global city famed for history, business, culture and one of the truly international capitals of the world will not disappoint.
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Studying at one of our sites in the capital allows you to immerse yourself into the busy and diverse life London has to offer. London is rightly said to be the most diverse city in the world with its endless variety of art, fashion, culture, sports, restaurants and nightlife.
ARU London operates out of two buildings in London. One building is in Farringdon (19 Charterhouse Street) situated within the City of London. Our second building opening in September 2019 is in East India (The Import Building), in the heart of the Docklands, East London.
London is a city steeped in history where you’ll struggle to find a dull moment away from your studies. With a total student population of around 380,000 from over 100 countries, London offers an unrivalled multicultural experience and is one of the most popular student destinations in the world.
They dominate the media, fill transport systems, hotels and venues, along with delivering objectives, motivating communities and creating positive impacts.
The events industry is experiencing momentous global growth. The UK events sector currently contributes over £39.1 bn to the economy, thus driving continual demand for specialist graduates, who not only understand both the theories of business and events management but are also equipped with practical experience. Hosting events matters, but not simply because of the money spent in the local economy whilst the event is taking place. Major events focus the world’s attention on one location – increasing people’s interest in visiting, studying or investing there.
This degree has been designed to prepare graduates for the Business and Events sector. It blends both academic practice with the study of core business skills and management concepts along with a live project. This synthesis allows students to develop and apply their knowledge, understanding and expertise. In completing this course, students will be able to understand the career specialism that reflects their interests and abilities, identify career pathways and the professional expectation to achieve them.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Fulltime – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
They dominate the media, fill transport systems, hotels and venues, along with delivering objectives, motivating communities and creating positive impacts.
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Driving continual demand for specialist graduates, who both understand the theories of business and have practical experience of this fast paced workplace, Employment in the UK hospitality industry continues to experience significant growth and currently accounts for over 9% of the UK’s total employment, as well as contributing 10% of the UK’s total GDP.
The structure of this degree enables an understanding and evaluation of business concepts of management, whilst preparing graduates for the hospitality sector through the extensive use of case studies, guest speakers and off-site visits. This synthesis allows students to develop their knowledge whilst gaining commercial awareness and expertise within the industry.
The campus is located in the heart of London’s thriving hospitality industry which facilitates the university’s employability team in forging strong relationships and consequent employment opportunities for students.
The hospitality industry continues to develop at a rapid rate which means there continues to be huge demand for graduates who can demonstrate an in-depth understanding of business theory as it applies to the sector, together with relevant employability skills.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Fulltime – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
Tourism is one of the world’s fastest growing industries offering a wide range of potential career opportunities around the globe – in the UK alone, it is the largest industry, the 3rd largest export earner and worth approximately £115 billion a year.
This degree has been developed to give students the key business skills needed for a successful career in this sector. There is a particular focus on the current challenges facing the tourism industry; these include sustainability, global issues, ethical tourism, diverse competition and crisis management. Designed to unlock your potential by enhancing both your commercial awareness and specialist subject knowledge. This degree is a perfect entrance into this exciting important industry.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Fulltime – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
A degree in accounting and finance has long been viewed as an excellent grounding for a career in business, regardless of whether you intend to become a professionally qualified accountant or not.
For students that are already considering undertaking a professional accounting qualification, the degree has been structured to provide the maximum possible number of exemptions (9 foundations papers in total) from the professional examinations of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the global body for professional accountants.
Whether you want to move into auditing, financial reporting, management accounting or financial services, this could be the course for you. You’ll develop subject-specific skills alongside important transferable skills like communication, enterprise, problem solving and quantitative analysis.
The degree syllabus has also been carefully designed to combine both theoretical and practical aspects of finance and accountancy. This enables students to gain an excellent grounding in accounting and finance tools and techniques together with the wider understanding and real-world insights required by all finance professionals.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
In an increasingly interconnected world, studying business from an international perspective makes sense for all those that seek a management career within business; whether it is a start-up microenterprise or a within a global multinational company.
In today’s international market, businesses need employees who understand globalisation, sustainability and intercultural communication. Learn more about these complex issues and its management through real-world case studies, market researched pedagogy, and a strong theoretical backbone at ARU London.
The taught modules cover all the major functional areas of business from; finance and marketing to human resources and information systems. Building on this essential core knowledge, the degree examines and develops an understanding of the cultural, ethical and interpersonal challenges that arise within today’s multicultural global business environment, from SMEs and how they compete on a global level; ethics and social responsibility; to technology and how organisations use information to support global operations and deliver competitive advantage.
The final year “Major Project” encourages you to utilise both the skills and knowledge learnt during the degree programme and combine them with current academic research that will further develop your professional expertise and career prospects.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January/May
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
The ability to recruit, motivate and manage employees effectively is considered one of the keys to success in business. Furthermore, ensuring that employees develop professionally is essential for achieving competitive advantage, given that people are one of the key resources in any business.
This degree focuses on the key role of people in a successful business. You will learn to understand the importance of the people behind the business and how they help the business prosper.
Designed to give you a thorough grounding in core business skills and concepts, the degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the key aspects of Human Resource Management, including how to source, develop, reward, and utilise employees to deliver strategic effect for organisations of all sizes and types.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January/May
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
This intellectually stimulating degree course addresses broader aspects of the business organisation and management culture, while also providing an insight into: corporate and consumer legislation, corporate regulation and other legal aspects of business enterprise. You will be equipped with a real understanding of how legal considerations impact virtually every aspect of management activity.
Employers look for business graduates with knowledge and awareness of current issues. This course will teach you about globalisation, sustainability
and social change – allowing you to fully understand the factors affecting business. When you graduate you will have a sound appreciation of management practice, this will include: human resources, marketing, business law and information management. You will also learn the skills to analyse strategic consumer behaviour.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
People with marketing know-how are vital to just about every business or organisation.
There is always a high demand for skilled marketing graduates. Study for our honours degree and you’ll gain the skills and knowledge businesses really need, opening up your career options.
At ARUL we realise that the marketing function of an organisation is a dynamic, creative and fast moving process. The syllabus evaluates the key
marketing skills of forward thinking, communication, and originality, whilst building core knowledge in the areas of branding, brand management, market research methods, consumer behaviour and digital marketing. Our lecturers are experts in their fields and all have industry experience.
With the growing importance of the online campaign, you will also consider the role of digital marketing in marketing strategy and the key metrics for measuring effectiveness. With marketing knowledge and skills grounded in key business concepts, this degree lays the balanced foundations for a successful career.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
Take your first step to becoming a solicitor or barrister at ARU London.
Our course will qualify you for the next stage of your legal training. On the way, you’ll learn skills that will give you a step-up in other careers, and you could be awarded a Higher Diploma in Paralegal Practice in addition to your degree.
This qualifying law degree, accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB), will allow you to progress to the vocational stage of training as a solicitor or barrister.
You’ll study both academic and practical aspects of the law, which, as well as preparing you for a legal career, will give you many skills that are highly valued in other occupations. We encourage you to focus on your areas of interest and develop specialisms, such as family law, criminal law and procedure and/or civil law and litigation. In addition you will be supervised for your major undergraduate project on a legal subject of your choosing.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
The healthcare sector is the largest sector in the UK, employing over 4 million people.
The industry plays a crucial role in supporting the economy by maintaining the physical and mental health of the wider workforce. It is anticipated that around 2 million people will need to be trained and recruited before 2022 as a result of the sector’s growth.
This degree course will provide you with a range of opportunities to develop the attitudes, abilities and competences needed to work in a health and social care environment, both home and international. The course will also encourage entrepreneurship as you will have opportunities to develop skills required to analyse complex contemporary business and healthcare organisations. Business analysis is a critical factor in determining organisational options as it forms the basis for negotiating, planning and execution to deliver on organisational goals.
Employers from the healthcare sector have been directly involved in the design and development of this course. Collaborations with these sector partners are used to explore those skill sets that employers are most interested in and to constantly ensure they are embedded within the delivery of the course. You will also benefit from lecturers who have significant industry experience.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250
It is anticipated that around 2 million people will need to be trained and recruited before 2022 as a result of the sector’s growth.
The health and social care sector is the largest sector in the UK, employing over 4 million people. The industry plays a crucial role in supporting the economy by maintaining the physical and mental health of the wider workforce.
This degree course will provide you with a range of opportunities to develop the attitudes, abilities and competences needed to work in a health and social care environment, both home and international. Today’s health and social care organisations are exciting, complex and varied, therefore, successful practitioners require innovation and resilience. This course will offer you opportunities to use real-life case studies which draw on skills such as prioritisation, negotiation and care planning.
Employers from the health and social care sector have been directly involved in the design and development of this course. Collaborations with these sector partners are used to explore those skill sets that employers are most interested in and to constantly ensure they are embedded within
the delivery of the course. You will also benefit from lecturers who have significant industry experience.
Location: London
Study Mode: Daytime – Evening or Weekend – Full time – 3 Year
Strat Dates: September/January/May
Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU – £9,250