Anglia Ruskin University is one of the largest universities in the East of England, with campuses in two of the UK’s most exciting cities – Cambridge and Chelmsford. ARU is renowned for the employability of its graduates and offers its students the very best careers advice from the outset. To enhance employment prospects, the university has established partnerships with some of the UK’s most prestigious and successful businesses. In addition to academic excellence, ARU also provides a very welcoming and supportive environment for students. Both Cambridge and Chelmsford offer relatively small urban environments, providing a safe environment and atmosphere ideal for studying.
Anglia Ruskin University’s history dates back to 1858, when art historian John Ruskin opened the Cambridge School of Art. The art school evolved into Anglia Ruskin University, shortened to ARU, and it is still based at the heart of the modern campus in Cambridge. Cambridge is world renowned as a centre for learning. The friendly, bustling campus is a five-minute walk from the historic city centre with its vibrant cultural and social life.
Chelmsford is just 35 minutes by train from London. It is a vibrant city in the historic county of Essex. Chelmsford has a wide range of shops, restaurants, bars and cafes. The striking modern campus is a five-minute walk from Chelmsford city centre and train station. The city has a rich history - it was one of the first Roman settlements in Britain and the birthplace of radio.
ARU has invested over £80 million in the campus over the last five years, with a further £124 million planned over the next five years.
Students have access to:- Forensic laboratories, complete with simulated crime scenes;
- 4 university libraries (including an extensive digital library in addition to printed publications);
- Multimedia recording studios;
- Sports and scientific laboratory "Human energy";
- University Ophthalmological Clinic;
- Simulated hospital wards and operating rooms;
- Special consultation rooms;
- Mumford Theatre, 266 seats;
- 2 art galleries; Ruskin Gallery in Cambridge, with its innovative exhibition space, and Rivermead Gallery in Chelmsford;
- Mock courtroom for law students;
- Modern language center;
- Multimedia language laboratories.
In addition, the University has sports facilities, art galleries, TV studio facilities and much more! There is a new gym on the East Road campus for students, staff and alumni, located just 183 metres from the city’s Parkside swimming pool and Kelsey Kerridge Sports Centre. Anglia Ruskin students also have access to three football pitches and a rugby pitch.
A fully equipped, industry standard 3-camera TV studio with full lighting equipment, professional standard gallery, complete with mixer, autosave and much more!
New FDM_Xperimental animation and visual effects suite for internal and external projects.