Ranked in the world’s top 350 institutions in the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, ARU is a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. The students are at the heart of the University: their educational experience engages, challenges and empowers them to reach their full potential.
- #301 Ranking
- 29 PhDs
- 787 Academic Staff
- 18,887 Students
- 7,366 Students (int'l)
- 12,088 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
PhD Programmes
Humanities (12)
- Ph.D. Creative Writing
- Ph.D. Dramatherapy
- Ph.D. English Literature
- Ph.D. History
- Ph.D. Musicology
- Ph.D. Philosophy
- Ph.D. Publishing
- Ph. D. Theatre and Performance
Arts, Design & Architecture (10)
- Ph.D. Art and Design
- Ph.D. Dramatherapy
- Ph.D. Fine Art
- Ph.D. History
- Ph.D. Music Therapy
- Ph.D. Musicology
- Ph. D. Theatre and Performance
Social Sciences (7)
- Ph.D. Criminology
- Ph.D. International Relations
- Doctorate Policing
- Ph.D. Sociology
- Ph.D. Sustainability
- Ph.D. Telecommunications
Engineering & Technology (5)
- Ph.D. Built Environment
- Ph.D. Medical Engineering
- Ph.D. Sound Engineering
- Ph.D. Telecommunications
Medicine & Health (3)
- Ph.D. Health and Social Care
- Ph.D. Medical Engineering
- Ph.D. Music Therapy
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
- Ph.D. Health and Social Care
- Ph.D. Sociology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
- Ph.D. Built Environment
- Ph.D. Sustainability
Law (2)
- Ph.D. Criminology
- Ph.D. Law
Business & Management (1)
- Ph.D. International Relations
Computer Science & IT (1)
- Ph.D. Telecommunications
Education & Training (1)
- Ph.D. Education
Journalism & Media (1)
About
History
Anglia Ruskin’s story starts in 1858, when the art critic, patron and philanthropist John Ruskin opened Cambridge School of Art. The art school grew to become Anglia Ruskin University, and it’s still at the heart of our modern-day campus in Cambridge.
Education
Anglia Ruskin University has a wide range of courses in Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Business and Law, Health, Education, Science, Computing and Engineering. Many of our Business and Computing Masters degrees have work placements of up to 1 year in the UK. We welcome international students in September and January to most of our courses.
Research
The University’s academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 12 areas classed as generating world-leading research. Twelve of the 15 subject areas we submitted were rated as generating world-leading research; Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy, Architecture, Built Environment and Planning, Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory, Business and Management Studies, Communication, Cultural and Media Studies, Library and Information Management, English Language and Literature, Geography, Environmental Studies and Archaeology, History, Law, Music, Drama, Dance and Performing Arts, Psychology, Psychiatry,Neuroscience and Social Work.
Career
ARU is a career-focused university, with on-campus Employability Services running CV and interview workshops alongside company visits and sector events, while also helping students to source part-time, flexible work that fits in with their studies. This is also where students receive guidance to source and apply for placements.
The Employability Service also offers one-to-one appointments both before and after graduation. The number of events organised by the Employability Service was something our student reviewers were impressed by.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
301
2022
301
2021
301
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
750 21
2022
771 148
2021
919
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Anglia Ruskin University offers students support in a wide range of areas. These include a dedicated service for those with a disability, including a mental health condition, medical condition or specific learning difficulties.
There is also a counselling service, advice on finances, and an International office focusing on the queries and needs of overseas students. Anglia Ruskin University also offer a buddy scheme for student before they arrive with us for the chance to be linked up with current students.
The Student Union is active across all the campuses with an elected committee who develop services and represent student interests.
Housing services
Anglia Ruskin University has student accommodation on both Cambridge and Chelmsford campus all within a short walk to classes on campus. All of the university accommodation has 24/7 security. The accommodation off campus is still close to the university and is a short distance to the city centres and close to good transport links such as buses and trains to London. Private en-suite rooms are available in most accommodation housing and the University also has a wide variety of high quality, conveniently located accommodation, including catered halls, self-catered halls and houses.
Library services
Libraries in Cambridge and Chelmsford are stacked with print and online resources and stay open 24 hours, six days a week during semester time. Self service facilities are available at all campuses. There are plenty of study spaces, including group work zones, silent study areas, multimedia playback, networked PCs, wireless connectivity, and standard IT applications.
ICT services
Both campuses at Anglia Ruskin are fully Wi-Fi enabled. There are many student PCs available across both campuses and open study areas accessible to all students. There is also IT support on call on campuses for students whilst they are studying or attending classes.
Medical services
Anglia Ruskin University has a medical centre on the Cambridge campus and a GP surgery open to students and the public on the Chelmsford campus.
Student Life
Campus life
Anglia Ruskin campuses are close to the city centres of both Cambridge and Chelmsford. Both include a student union shop, book shop, gym, employment bureau and student bar and social spaces. Both ARU Cambridge and Chelmsford have supermarkets and restaurants within minutes of the campus.
Sports facilities
Sport halls, fitness suite and fully equipped gyms are available at ARU Cambridge and Chelmsford. Whether you want to try something new or continue an activity you've been doing for years, there's a wide range of sports on offer.
At ARU, you'll find the sport that's right for you, from American football to volleyball and everything in between. Join a sports club if you want to compete in your chosen discipline, or one of our Campus Sport activities if you prefer to play at a more recreational level for enjoyment, social or fitness purposes.
There is also opportunities for students to volunteer, become part of our sports club committees and train as part of our Coach and officials academy.
Student clubs
The Students’ Union supports over 120 different societies, from course-specfic groups to hobby clubs and special interest meetups. It’s a great way for students to meet new people, build friendships and expand your horizons.
Accreditation
The School of Management links with the following professional bodies:
- Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
- Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
- Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
- ABTA Ltd
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Bar Standards Board
- National Association of Licensed Paralegals
- Architecture degrees are accredited by Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists
- Construction Management degrees - Chartered Institute of Building and Chartered Association of Building Engineers.
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