Why Arden
Find out who we are and why Arden is the choice for students worldwide.
We hold regular, free of charge virtual events and webinars to give you an inside look into the Arden experience. These are designed to help you discover everything you need to know about studying your course with us and to deliver exciting news and developments taking place at the university.
Some of the themes we frequently cover include student life, in-depth career advice, industry analyses, topical discussions, and updates on the new courses we have available.
You can access recordings of previous events or webinars at any time, wherever you are in the world. Simply click on the link below to go to our Webinar Hub.
Take your pick from our upcoming events and webinars below, and we look forward to seeing you there!
Take your pick from our upcoming webinars below, and we look forward to seeing you at the event!
Responding to Serious and Violent Crime: Whole Life Prison Orders
Tuesday 30th September 2025
12:00 - 13:00 BST
Did you know a whole life order is the most severe punishment in the UK, where offenders spend the rest of their lives in prison? This taster lecture will provide an insight into this topic and discuss the challenges posed with this type of punishment, giving you an insight into how we teach at Arden.
If you are looking to become confident in the Criminology field and make a positive contribution to your community in combatting serious and violent crime, this might be the degree for you!
This is the first of a three-part criminology series – register to have access to all three taster lectures!
Arden University Virtual Open Day: Q&A for Applicants
Wednesday 1st October 2025
12:00 - 13:00 BST
Did you know Arden is one of the few specialists online learning universities to launch in the last 50 years and is now a leading provider of flexible online and blended learning degree courses? Our flexible and supportive courses are often the start of a journey that sees our students break free of limitations, work hard and become the best they can be.
This virtual open day is designed for you to be able to join no matter where you are in the world! You will have the opportunity to speak to one of our Advisors, who will talk through:
- The application process
- Fees
- Entry requirements
- Joining the university
- What to expect from Arden.
Come along to this session to find out more!
Careers Guidance: Building Confidence as a Mature Learner
Monday 6th October 2025
12:00 - 13:00 BST
This drop-in session is the final part of our ‘Careers Guidance’ series! Are you coming back to education after a break? Are you pursuing higher education for the first time? Are you looking to upskill or to change careers? This is the perfect session for you! It has been designed to support and build confidence in mature learners.
As a university that is proud to offer non-standard entry, meaning your work experience and previous qualifications are taken into account when assessing your application, we complement this with excellent support for our students. Register for this event to speak to our Careers Consultant before you apply or enrol to be a student!
Studying Data Science: Why is it Important?
Tuesday 14th October 2025
12:00 - 13:00 BST
Did you know that right now, data scientists are in high demand, commanding competitive salaries. The demand for qualified data scientists far exceeds the current supply, and the industry faces a significant global skills gap.
This session will talk you through our online MSc Data Science programme, which is designed to bridge this gap by providing you with the relevant practical skills and expertise needed to excel in data-related roles. The session is free and open to anyone considering further study, no matter where you are in the world!
What are my Career Options in Health and Care?
Thursday 16th October 2025
12:00 - 13:00 BST
Did you know the academic team behind the development and delivery of our courses are industry leaders with vast experience within the health and social care sector, including directors at the NHS/IHSCM and digital health tech firms?
At Arden, we emphasise careers and employability which is why the Department of Health and Care Undergraduate is excited to host this careers session! Our expert Careers Consultant will be on hand to provide free advice and share top-tips on interviewing, CVs, applying for jobs and where our degrees can take you. They will also provide insight into what routes are available in the industry, while you study and post-graduation – register now to secure your spot!
