Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a public university in East Anglia, England. Its roots may be traced back to the Cambridge School of Art, founded in 1858 by William John Beaumont. It was established as a university in 1992 and renamed after John Ruskin in 2005. It is classified as a "post-1992 university."

Anglia Ruskin University has 39,400 students globally, including Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and London campuses. It has campuses in King's Lynn, Wisbech, and Cambridge, as well as the College of West Anglia.

It collaborates with Berlin, Budapest, Trinidad & Tobago, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur universities. The university offers four faculties of study: Business and Law; Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Health, Education, Medicine, and Social Care; and Science and Engineering.

The Lord Ashcroft International Business School (LAIBS) at the University of Cambridge and Chelmsford is one of the major business schools in the East of England. Anglia Ruskin University received The Queen's Anniversary Prize for world-class music therapy research in 2021.

Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, officially launched the School of Medicine at its Chelmsford location in 2019. In the 2014 Times Higher Education Awards, it was named the Entrepreneurial University of the Year. It received the Duke of York Award for University Entrepreneurship at the Lloyds Bank National Business Awards in 2016.

The institution specialises in assisting in a wide range of disciplines. This covers disability assistance for people suffering from mental illnesses, medical ailments, and learning disabilities. Other services include counselling and a pleasant Overseas Centre that assists international students.

When studying at Anglia Ruskin, students may also use crucial career assistance. The Employability Service can assist with everything from CV writing to interview preparation. One-on-one appointments with advisers are available, and many valuable materials may be obtained online.

Whilst students are at Anglia Ruskin, they can enjoy one of the many social clubs or societies in their spare time. Through these groups, they can make new friends, learn a new skill and add something unique to their CV. Clubs and societies on offer range from dance classes to an alternative music society

Students are at the heart of the university, and Anglia Ruskin delivers an outstanding educational experience. It ranked within the top 250 of the Times Higher Education University Teaching Rankings Europe (2018).

The university stood out in the following areas: quality learning facilities, access to learning materials, support for critical thinking, and making it easy to contact lecturers and faculties.

University highlights

University Type	Public
Established Year	1858
No of Students	26,715
Number of Courses	579
Tuition Fees for International Students Yearly	13,000-16,000
Intakes	September, January, and May.

Main intakes

The main intakes are in September, January, and May.

Scholarship

International Excellence Scholarship – undergraduate and postgraduate

Value: 4,000

International Merit Scholarships – undergraduate and postgraduate

Value: 1000-2000 GBP

International Early Payment Discount – undergraduate and postgraduate

Value: 400-1000 GBP

International Alumni Scholarships – postgraduate

Value: 3000 GBP

Application Process/ documents needed for admission

Academic Documents (For Bachelor)

• SLC Mark sheet
• School Leaving Certificate
• SLC Character Certificate
• Transcript of 12th grade
• Individual Mark sheet of 12th grade
• Character Certificate of 12th grade
• Provisional Certificate of 12th grade
• Migration Certificate of 12th grade

Academic Documents (For Masters)

• Transcript of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
• Individual Mark sheets of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
• Character Certificate of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
• Provisional Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
• Migration Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade

IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores

Passport

Experience letter

Statement of Purpose

Application Fees

Proof of Scholarships - If any

Marriage Certificate (if applicable)

College Recommendation (if a current student)

Language Requirement

Test	Minimum Score requirement(UG)	Minimum Score requirement(PG)
TOFEL Requirements	80 overall, with at least 17 in writing and listening, 18 in reading and 20 in speaking	88 overall, with at least 17 in writing and listening, 18 in reading and 20 in speaking
IELTS Requirements	6.0 with no band below 5.5	6.5 with no band lower than 5.5
PTE	57 overall, with at least 51 in all components	61 overall, with at least 51 in all components

FAQ

Q. Can I work as a student in the UK?

Yes, international students in the United Kingdom can work part-time (20 hours per week, seven days a week) throughout the academic year.

Q. Does Anglia Ruskin University offer financial aid to International Students?

Yes, Anglia Ruskin University offers scholarships to international students. You can find details about scholarships in our scholarship section.

Q. Are there any specific prerequisites for students under 18 to study in the UK?

Assume you're 16 or 17 and seeking a student visa. In such a scenario, you must have formal permission from your parents/guardians to live and travel freely and the contact information for your guardian in the UK. 

Q. How can I determine the best university or college for my chosen course?

No university or college is perfect for everyone; different places suit different people, so it depends on your preferences. 

Q. Do I have to pay any tuition expenses before applying for a visa? If so, how much do I have to pay?

Before issuing a visa, most institutions need payment. The size of the deposit varies by school; for example, some colleges may want a 50% deposit of the first-year tuition cost, others one-third, and others GBP 1000/2000.