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Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is the Times Higher Education (THE) University of the Year 2023, based in East Anglia. They offer an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, degree apprenticeships and accelerated two-year courses.
ARU provides an active, applied education, empowering students to magnify their confidence and gain the knowledge, skills and experience that employers demand. Courses are available with start dates in January, May, and September, giving students the flexibility to join throughout the year.
ARU’s four campuses are located in the exciting cities of Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Writtle - all of which have their own unique charm, style and beauty. For those in search of a big-city study-experience, the university’s partnership with ARU London provides students with the opportunity to study towards an ARU-validated degree in the UK’s bustling capital.
ARU's Writtle campus is one of the leading providers in a range of Equine, Veterinary Physiotherapy, Animal Science and Management, Canine, and Sports Science courses, with a history that dates back 130 years. The campus sits on a stunning 150-hectare estate with landscaped gardens and beautiful scenery, just two miles from Chelmsford, and offers a wide range of specialist teaching facilities.
In addition to its University of the Year status (THE, 2023), ARU’s other recent accolades include:
From Science and Engineering to the Creative Arts and everything in between, ARU offers more than 500 courses across its four academic faculties:
Each faculty is home to its own specialist equipment and resources that support and enhance student learning across all areas of study.
In order to accommodate students’ existing commitments and lifestyles, ARU offers September and January start dates for most of their courses, with some courses providing the additional flexibility of a May start. ARU’s experienced staff are on-hand to educate, guide and assist students during their studies and throughout their time at university. Expert lecturers have a wealth of industry experience to augment their teaching and are all passionate about their subjects, encouraging students to perform to the best of their ability.
The inspirational team of lecturers at ARU includes authors, government advisors and winners of accolades including National Teaching Fellowships and Queen’s Honours.
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GET PROSPECTUSAnglia Ruskin University welcomes students with a wide range of qualifications and work experience. It works to ensure that every individual has the resources and support needed for academic success.
Typically, entry onto an ARU undergraduate degree requires a minimum of:
For students for whom English is not a first language, students must be able to show proof of English language proficiency. At undergraduate level, this must be an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 (or equivalent).
Entry requirements vary between courses and are typically expressed in terms of UCAS tariff points. It is recommended that students check for any course-specific entry requirements before applying to ARU.
Students who do not meet the above requirements may be able to make use of one of the university’s many alternative routes to admission, and prospective students are encouraged to contact the university’s admissions team for further information.
UCAS TARIFF CALCULATORSend a message directly to the uni to learn more about their entry requirements.
ASK A QUESTIONARU offers students a range of accommodation options, with rooms to suit all budgets and lifestyles. University-owned rooms are typically en-suite with shared kitchens and communal areas.
Cambridge
University-owned accommodation includes:
Third-party accommodation includes:
Chelmsford
The Chelmsford campus offers the convenience of modern rooms in its central Student Village, where bills are included in the price.
Peterborough
Students in Peterborough can apply to live in nearby flats and houses with the help of the university’s Residential Service team.
Writtle
All accommodation at Writtle is situated on the green, scenic campus, with all halls of residence within easy walking distance of our learning and leisure facilities. All 14 halls benefit from a strong community atmosphere, with options that suit varying priorities and budgets.
Accommodation includes:
ARU facilities have benefited from £115m investment in recent years, providing students with top-quality, industry-standard facilities and services, including:
Libraries
ARU’s libraries boast equipment and resources including books, journals and digital archives, study spaces (including group work zones and silent study areas), IT resources and a helpful team of library staff. Cambridge and Chelmsford libraries are open 24/7 during term-time.
Virtual Tour
Students can take a virtual tour of ARU’s campuses including lecture halls, classrooms, and social spaces, as well as the local city.
Find out more about the accommodations and facilities in person at the uni.
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ARU is committed to providing a superb student services to help all students realise their potential, both academically and personally. The university has a variety of specialist teams offering year-round support both on-campus and online, including:
Find out more about the student support offered on the university’s website.
VISIT WEBSITEAcross all faculties, ARU’s highly experienced staff come with both industrial and academic backgrounds, working alongside local employers and accreditation partners to prepare students for a successful career after graduation.
Business and Law
ARU business students have access to the university’s Bloomberg Financial Markets Labs at the Cambridge and Chelmsford campuses, providing real-world access to portfolio management.
Law students have the chance to work with qualified solicitors in ARU’s law clinics and practise their arguments in mock court rooms.
Health, Medicine and Social Care
ARU is the largest provider of health, social care and education courses in the East of England, training doctors in Essex's first School of Medicine. Students learn in state-of-the-art facilities, mirroring real-life clinical situations.
Science and Engineering
Students get on-hands access to cutting-edge resources including engineering workshops, psychology labs, 3D-printing facilities and the university’s specialist science centre.
Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
ARU nurtures creativity and critical thinking to educate, entertain, inspire, and understand people.
ARU offers its world-leading Master’s in children’s Book Illustration, the first of its kind in the UK. ARU has also been a pioneer in the UK with its Master’s in music therapy, receiving the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in 2021 for its research relating to people living with dementia.
Anglia Ruskin Students’ Union (ARSU) is active across all campuses, promoting student voices and co-ordinating annual timetables of services and events.
Students can get involved in the running of ARSU or in the clubs, societies, events and volunteering opportunities it oversees.
ARU students enjoy many clubs and societies outside of their degree programmes and are encouraged to create their own if one does not currently exist.
Team ARU delivers a programme of competitive and social sports and fitness activities for all levels, including:
Non-sporting societies include:
ARU’s campuses offer students the best of city life, with an abundance of eateries, shops, entertainment and nightlife, without the huge crowds of larger cities.
Cambridge offers world-famous culture and history, independent shops and quirky food and drink spots, while Chelmsford has a modern, laid-back feel, with its stunning cathedral and a vibrant selection of bars, clubs and pubs. The Writtle campus is only a few miles from the heart of Chelmsford, but also benefits from a rural, village feel. Students in Peterborough are surrounded by tasty world cuisines, buzzing shopping and leisure options and enviable historical sites.
ARU London is based in trendy Farringdon with instant transport connections to the urban hub of central London.
See the campus and city for yourself in person by booking an open day place.
BOOK OPEN DAYAnglia Ruskin University is proud to be career-focussed, supporting students in building their knowledge, capabilities and skills. The university invests in student employability and ensures that its courses cover the specific skills and knowledge needed by employers. Student reviews praise ARU for the employment services it provides.
ARU’s on-campus careers and employability service offers advice and guidance for students to amplify their career possibilities and stand out from the crowd, including:
In addition, students have access to the on-campus recruitment agency, ARU Temps. This team provides assistance, guidance and support in sourcing part-time, flexible work that fits in around a busy schedule.
ARU is a leader in degree apprenticeships, a work-based alternative route to gaining a degree. Students can gain work experience and a degree at the same time if they choose this route, incurring no tuition fees.
Anglia Ruskin University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to its students, which it reviews annually. These range in value from £300 per year to £12,500 per year and may be based on need, merit, or a combination of both.
Examples of undergraduate scholarships and bursaries available to domestic students include:
Tuition fees at Anglia Ruskin University are charged annually to its undergraduate students at the following rates:
Costs may vary depending on the degree and/or the route taken to obtain the qualification. Prospective students are advised to check with the university for full details of fees and costs associated with their studies.
Send a message directly to the uni to learn more about their scholarships and bursaries.
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Anglia Ruskin University
Many courses at Anglia Ruskin University offer an opportunity to do a work placement or sandwich year. These opportunities will help you develop your employability skills, and the careers department is also on hand to offer personal support.
As well as a wide range of courses on offer, Anglia Ruskin University also has loads of clubs and societies you can join during your studies. Joining societies is just one of the many ways you can tailor your experience at Anglia Ruskin University to suit you.
With a degree in a subject you love, you'll find more doors opening to jobs you'll love. Studies have also shown that graduates earn more on average compared to non-graduates.
If you want to continue to pursue education, you'll be able to progress to postgraduate study once you've got your undergraduate degree. You could opt to study a master's, or even get a PhD.
Living in uni halls means you'll have access to communal areas including kitchen and dining facilities. These facilities offer you plenty of opportunity to socialise with the students you're living with.
You'll also find all bills are included in your rent, and yes, that includes WiFi. Rent also covers security and maintenance. There are accessible rooms available in halls that have been adapted for disabled students.
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