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Summary
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is the university to nurture your academic curiosity, discover your strengths and find your future. Campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough all offer unique living, working and socialising environments and experiences. You'll learn from passionate and industry-experienced lecturers and boost your career prospects with options to study semesters abroad, take work experience modules or complete placement years in industry.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate76%Postgraduate24%
Study mode
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Full-time81%Part-time19%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK81%International12%EU7%
Student gender
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Male 38%Female 62%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
121st out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000482 48%121st
3 -
Entry standards
/ Max 212113 53%120th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.01 75%101st
62 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.81 70%80th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.24 24%108th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251518 46%91st
10 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 2226519 23%95th
4 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.318.8111th
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Continuation
/ Max 10087.0 87%117th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10067.7 68%111th
14 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10073.7 74%89th
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Subject League Tables 2025
- Accounting & Finance
- Agriculture & Forestry
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Building
- Business & Management Studies
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication & Media Studies
- Complementary Medicine
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Education
- English
- Forensic Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Law
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
- Veterinary Medicine
Overall ranking
101st out of 103
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10071.7 72%101st
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Entry standards
/ Max 22793 41%98th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.94 73%92nd
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Research quality
/ Max 43.15 79%29th
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Continuation
/ Max 10075.9 76%103rd
1 -
Graduate prospects
/ Max 10041.0 41%98th
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
In Cambridge, there's a variety of halls to choose from on campus. Most of these rooms are en suite and offer a shared kitchen and communal area. There is also third-party accommodation that can be applied for through the Residential Services office. In Chelmsford, students can live in the Student Village. Most rooms are en suite, and each room is equipped with everything a student will need. There are shared spaces including the kitchen and all bills are included in the price. Some rooms in Cambridge and Chelmsford have been adapted for students with disabilities. Students in Peterborough can apply to live in nearby flats and houses with the help of the Residential Services.
ARU offers support and bursaries for both UK and international students undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate studies. As an indication, in 2023 there were seven undergraduate bursaries available which included a Merit Scholarship, ARU Bursary, and International Excellence Scholarship. There were also ten postgraduate bursaries available which included an Alumni Scholarship and GREAT Scholarship. Each bursary has its own set of eligibility criteria and full details can be found on Anglia Ruskin University website.
ARU encourages its students to get the most out of their studies and their experience. From the moment they join, students are part of an inclusive, friendly community who will support and champion their success. During their first week, students will experience Welcome Week; they can meet other students on their course and their lecturers, get involved in activities and overall have a bit of fun to help settle into university life. From that week forward, students can expect a wide range of activities. From SU events and day trips to society-run events and regular dog therapy sessions on campus – even seasonal activities like petting a reindeer at Christmas time!