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Anglia Ruskin University

Cambridge, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1992

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1992

Type

Public

Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

THE World University Rankings 2027

601–650 in the world

About the university

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) traces its history to the Cambridge School of Art, which opened in 1858. Today it teaches about 26,700 students on campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Writtle, and nearly half of them come from outside the UK.

ARU has a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework and was Times Higher Education's University of the Year in 2023. It is known for practical, career-focused courses in business, computing, health and engineering.

For Indian students the attractions are a Cambridge address at a mid-range fee, one-year master's courses with September, January and sometimes May starts, and flexible entry requirements: ARU accepts three-year Indian bachelor's degrees with a second division (50–59%). Most master's courses on this page cost £20,925 a year for 2027/28, and you can save £1,000 by paying in full before teaching starts.

The main campus is in Cambridge, a historic university city in the east of England. ARU also teaches in Chelmsford and Writtle in Essex and at ARU Peterborough, so check which campus your course is on.

Roots
Traces its origins to the Cambridge School of Art, which opened in 1858
Campuses
Cambridge, Chelmsford, ARU Peterborough and Writtle
Total students
About 26,700 (26,710 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
International students
47% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data); students from 185 countries
Student–staff ratio
23.6 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Teaching quality
Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Intakes
September and January for most master's courses; some also start in May

Rankings

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    601–650 in the world

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
MSc Computer Science1 year full time (20 months for January starts); 2 years with Professional Experience£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh
MSc Applied Data Science (Conversion)1 year full time£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh
MSc Artificial Intelligence1 year full time (20 months for January starts); 2 years with Professional Experience£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh
MSc International Business1 year full time (12, 16 or 20 months depending on start); 2 years with Professional Experience£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh
MSc International Business with Business Analytics1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh
MSc Cyber Security1 year full time£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh
Entrepreneurship MBA1 year full time (15 months for January and May starts); 2 years with Professional Experience£22,700≈ ₹27.7 lakh
MSc Engineering Management1 year full time (16 months for January and May starts)£20,925≈ ₹25.5 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • First year of study

    Full Payment Discount

    Value: £1,000 off first-year tuition

    Eligibility: International students who pay their tuition fees in full before teaching starts.

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  • Master's

    International Postgraduate Scholarship

    Value: See ARU's scholarship page for the current value

    Eligibility: International postgraduate students. You usually do not need to apply; ARU awards the highest-value scholarship you qualify for, and scholarships usually cannot be combined.

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  • Bachelor's

    International Undergraduate Scholarship

    Value: See ARU's scholarship page for the current value

    Eligibility: International undergraduate students. Usually awarded without a separate application; cannot usually be combined with other ARU scholarships.

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  • One-year master's at any UK university

    Chevening Scholarships

    Value: UK government scholarship (see Chevening for what it covers)

    Eligibility: Future leaders selected by British embassies and high commissions; listed by ARU as external funding.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Standard 12 with at least 55% overall from CBSE, CISCE or the Delhi, Mumbai or Tamil Nadu boards; 50% from the West Bengal board; 60% from other boards (with at least 40% in five subjects).
  • A recognised foundation programme, the IB Diploma or International A Levels are also accepted.
  • Apply through UCAS (for example Computer Science BSc is code I106) or contact ARU's India regional manager.

Postgraduate

  • A three-year bachelor's degree, or a four-year engineering or technology degree, with at least a second division (50–59%) in relevant subjects.
  • Degrees from the University of Delhi or the University of Calcutta are accepted with 45%.
  • Some courses add requirements; for example computing courses strongly recommend programming knowledge (Java, C# or Python).
  • ARU's Language Centre runs courses if you do not yet meet the English requirement.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Standard 10 and Standard 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (master's applicants)
  • English test score
  • Personal statement
  • CV and references where the course asks for them

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS AcademicUndergraduate 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill; postgraduate 6.5 with 5.5 in each skill. Some courses ask for more.
PTE AcademicUndergraduate 60 with 59 in each skill; postgraduate 61 with 59 in each skill.
TOEFL iBTUndergraduate 80; postgraduate 88 (17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking).
Duolingo English TestUndergraduate 110; postgraduate 120 (100 in each skill).
Other testsLanguageCert Academic (65 UG / 70 PG), Oxford ELLT Global (6 UG / 7 PG) and Trinity ISE II are also accepted.

Accommodation and living costs

ARU manages halls on and near its Cambridge campus, such as Peter Taylor House (256 en suite rooms with all bills, internet and possessions insurance included), plus the Chelmsford Student Village and halls at Writtle. ARU publishes current rents in campus cost-comparison charts. There is no deposit for ARU-managed accommodation, but you pay £400 advance rent when you apply.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Advance rent for ARU-managed accommodationDeducted from your first rent payment; not a refundable deposit£400one-off≈ ₹48,800
Optional meal plan at Peter Taylor HouseSelected by default at booking; you can opt out£25per week≈ ₹3,050

Campus and location

ARU has four campuses: Cambridge (the main campus), Chelmsford, ARU Peterborough and Writtle. Courses are tied to a campus, so check where your course is taught.

  • Computing, data science, AI and most business master's on this page are taught in Cambridge.
  • Engineering Management and some business courses are taught in Chelmsford; Healthcare Leadership and Management is at ARU Peterborough.
  • Several halls are on or across the road from the Cambridge campus.
  • ARU won the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2021 for its music therapy work.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Many ARU master's offer a two-year Professional Experience route with a placement or consultancy project. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the current rules.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
Undergraduates working as managers, directors or senior officials within 15 months1st in its region, 8th in the UKARU About us page

Studying in the UK

Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the UK. Our country guide covers them in detail:

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FAQs

How much is a master's at ARU for 2027/28?

Most master's courses on this page cost £20,925 a year for international students starting in 2027/28. The Entrepreneurship MBA is £22,700. You save £1,000 if you pay in full before teaching starts.

Does ARU accept a three-year Indian degree?

Yes. ARU accepts a three-year bachelor's, or a four-year engineering or technology degree, with at least a second division (50–59%). Delhi and Calcutta university degrees are accepted with 45%.

Can I start in January or May?

Yes, for many courses. Computer Science, AI and Cyber Security start in January or September; International Business and the MBA also have May starts.

What IELTS do I need?

Usually 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each skill for a master's and 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill for a bachelor's. PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo and LanguageCert are also accepted.

Is ARU part of the University of Cambridge?

No. ARU is a separate university with its own campus in Cambridge.

Sources

  1. ARU: MSc Computer Science (2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
  2. ARU: MSc International Business (2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
  3. ARU: Entrepreneurship MBA (2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
  4. ARU: Tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
  5. ARU: Entry requirements for students from India (opens in a new tab)
  6. ARU: International entry and English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  7. ARU: International scholarships (opens in a new tab)
  8. ARU: Peter Taylor House (opens in a new tab)
  9. ARU: Paying for your accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  10. ARU: About us (opens in a new tab)
  11. THE World University Rankings 2027: Anglia Ruskin University (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.aru.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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