Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge Campus

Founded: 1858   Total Students: 40,000+

Overview

ARU is an innovative global university with students from 185 countries coming to study with us. We've once again been named as one of the top 350 institutions in the world in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 – and one of the top 40 universities in the UK.

Our story starts in 1858 when the art critic, patron and philanthropist John Ruskin opened the Cambridge School of Art. The art school grew to become Anglia Ruskin University, shortened to ARU, and it’s still at the heart of our modern-day campus in Cambridge.

Over the years, a number of colleges and institutes have become part of ARU. They include the Cambridgeshire College of Arts and Technology (CCAT) and the Essex Institute of Higher Education (formerly the Chelmer Institute – itself formed from the Mid-Essex Technical College and the Brentwood College of Education). At first, these colleges combined to become Anglia Polytechnic, and then Anglia Polytechnic University in 1992.

Cambridge Campus
Our friendly, bustling campus is a stone’s throw from the centre of Cambridge, often described as the perfect student city.
Cambridge has been renowned as a centre of learning since the 13th century. It’s a beautiful city with outstanding architecture, a picturesque riverside setting, bags of history and culture, and a buzzing social scene.

Our campus: past, present and future
We’ve been here since 1858 when Cambridge School of Art first opened its doors. The art school grew to become Anglia Ruskin University and it’s still at the heart of our modern-day campus on East Road. Surrounding the red-brick Victorian building, with its vaulted ceilings and light-filled studios, is a host of new facilities. You’ll find:

  • Our Business School, which wraps around a tree-filled central courtyard
  • High-quality study facilities – lecture theatres of course, but also a mock law court, forensic science labs, and a TV studio
  • A dedicated Science Centre featuring molecular biology and psychology labs, a 220-seat SuperLab, and five crime scene rooms
  • The university library and open access computer area
  • Cafés and roof terraces
  • The Mumford Theatre and Ruskin Gallery
  • A range of services including our Students’ Union shop, medical centre, gym, ARU Temps, and finance and accommodation offices.

Programs Offered in Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge Campus

  • 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Integrated Course
  • Master's Degree

    • Highlights

    • We’ve been named one of the top 350 institutions in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022, for the sixth successive year – and one of the top 40 universities in the UK. We're also listed in the top 15% for social inclusion in The Times Good University Guide 2022.
    • We were named as one of the top five UK universities for education and sports science courses in the Guardian League Table 2022.
    • In November 2021, we were proud to receive The Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading music therapy work – and in particular our research with people living with dementia, and their families. The Queen’s Anniversary Prizes recognise outstanding work by UK universities and colleges that shows the highest levels of quality and innovation and delivers significant public benefit.

    Campus Detail

    Main Campus Address

    Anglia Ruskin University, East Rd, Cambridge CB1 1PT, United Kingdom

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