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Arden University

Coventry, United Kingdom • Founded 1990

Updated Sep 2026

Overview

English Name: Arden University
Acronyms: RDI
Founded: 1990
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private
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Operating from Coventry, United Kingdom, Arden University delivers higher education as a private university established in 1990. It serves as a higher-education provider within the United Kingdom.

Academically, Arden University spans bachelor's and master's programmes, hosted within several faculties. The university runs a catalogue of active programmes across these constituent units.

Location & Contact

Arden University's physical location and the contact details prospective students typically need before applying or visiting. Channels listed below come from the institution's published profile.

Address: Arden House Middlemarch Park
Postal Code: CV3 4FJ
Map:
Phone: +44 (0)208 819 0100
Social Media:

Academic Details

The numbers behind Arden University: student body, academic staff, and the recognising bodies validating its work. A baseline read for assessing institutional capacity and rigour.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Total Students: 32,740
Female Students: 19,385

Faculties & Divisions

Below: the faculties and divisions inside Arden University. Faculty member affiliations sometimes span multiple units, particularly for interdisciplinary scholars.

Postgraduate Studes (Department/Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Undergraduate Studies (Department/Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Programs Offered

Arden University's catalogue, searchable by name and grouped by level. Joint programmes with partner institutions appear here but carry dual-credentialing rules worth checking with both bodies.

67 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 36 programmes

Showing 10 of 36.

Master of Business Administration 5 programmes

Master's Degree 19 programmes

Showing 10 of 19.

Diploma 1 programme

Foundation 3 programmes

Postgraduate Certificate 3 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Look through the United Kingdom-wide scholarship options. Stacking rules vary — some scholarships explicitly allow combination with institutional aid; others reduce the institutional award proportionally.

Arden Global Tier 1 International Scholarship
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
A fixed programme fee for international online students from Tier 1 countries (Australia & Oceania, CIS, Middle East, non-EU Europe), from £2,310 up to £15,375 for the full course depending on the programme and level, replacing the standard international fee.
Arden Global Tier 2 International Scholarship
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
A fixed programme fee for international online students from Tier 2 countries (Africa, EurAsia, Americas and Caribbean), from £1,732.50 up to £9,225 for the full course depending on the programme and level, replacing the standard international fee.
Arden UK Online Learning Postgraduate Award
University funded · 3,450 GBP per total · Partial Tuition
A tuition fee reduction of between £1,500 and £3,450 for UK home students enrolling on selected online postgraduate courses, with the exact amount depending on the course chosen.
Arden University Alumni Scholarship
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
50% off tuition fees for Arden undergraduate alumni progressing onto a master's course within five years of graduating.
Arden University Blended Learning Postgraduate Offer
University funded · 2,950 GBP per total · Partial Tuition
A tuition fee reduction on selected postgraduate courses studied in blended (campus plus online) mode: £2,900 off the MBA (including Executive MBA), and £2,950 off other eligible postgraduate programmes.
Arden University Postgraduate Merit Scholarship
University funded · 2,000 GBP per total · Partial Tuition
Up to £2,000 off tuition fees for UK online postgraduate students who achieved a first-class or 2:1 undergraduate degree.
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Care-Experienced Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 1,200 GBP per year · Covers Living
An annual bursary of £1,200 (paid in two instalments) for care-experienced UK undergraduate students on blended or distance learning programmes, up to a lifetime cap of £4,800.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Sherryl Kintu Scholarship
University funded · Full Tuition
Covers 100% of tuition fees for a new UK undergraduate degree, awarded to a student who shows passion, drive, creativity and ambition and meets widening-participation criteria.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Arden University

A short guide to applying to Arden University — five steps covering the path from programme selection to confirmation of receipt.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Arden University offers 67 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Each programme at Arden University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit via UCAS or the institution

    Undergraduate applicants apply through UCAS (ucas.com) rather than directly to Arden University. Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Arden University's own admissions portal at arden.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +44 (0)208 819 0100. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Arden University

Common questions students ask about Arden University — answers pulled straight from the institution's published profile.

When did Arden University open?

Arden University traces its founding to 1990 (approximately 36 years ago).

Where is Arden University located?

Arden University is located in Coventry, United Kingdom.

Is Arden University a public or private institution?

It is a private higher-education institution.

What is the student enrolment at Arden University?

Student enrolment at Arden University is around 32,740.

What programmes are available at Arden University?

Arden University offers bachelor's and master's programmes.

What is Arden University's official website?

The institution's website is arden.ac.uk.

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