Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a forward-thinking higher education institution based in East Anglia, in the east of England. It’s known for a range of contemporary postgraduate programmes that exemplify applied education and focus on driving positive student development both personally and academically. 

It’s a competitive UK university, having placed in the top 50% universities in the UK according to the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2022.

Anglia Ruskin traces its educational roots back to 1858, when it was originally established as the Cambridge School of Art. It has continued to develop over the years and achieved university status in 1992. Today it is a diverse and dynamic academic community, drawing talented students and staff from around the UK and the world. 

The university maintains campuses across the region, with sites in Cambridge, Peterborough, Chelmsford and London. Each campus is home to modern architecture, expansive academic and research facilities, specialist equipment and robust student support services. With an active students’ union and more than 120 societies, the Anglia Ruskin community takes in the best of the region’s towns to form the heart of an exciting student social landscape. 

While Cambridge is often thought of as one of the best cities for students in the UK, the towns of Chelmsford and Peterborough also offer plenty for students to do along with great transport links and a safe lifestyle. With a campus in London, too, and fast trains between each Anglia Ruskin town, students can explore the whole of the south east while they study. 

Prospective postgraduate students can select from more than 100 courses at Anglia Ruskin University, ranging across short master’s level qualifications to full degrees, as well as a range of impactful research pathways. 

Students can choose from full- or part-time study, making it possible to cultivate a student lifestyle that fits perfectly around existing commitments. 

All the postgraduate courses at Anglia Ruskin are led by active researchers, industry professionals and sector experts. Course curricula are informed by the latest developments in each respective field, and are furnished with a wide range of applied and skill building activities. 

While taught postgraduate students can choose from LLM, MA, MBA, MSc or PGCert and PGDip courses, research students will be able to complete MRes, MPhil or PhD programmes with the support of experienced supervisors and dedicated research student support. 

Anglia Ruskin also has a range of innovative distance learning programmes at postgraduate level, allowing students to gain valued qualifications, like the MSc in Medical and Healthcare Education, or the MBA in Business Administration, from the comfort of their own home. 

Prospective students should ensure that they meet the stated entry requirements for their chosen programme before applying to avoid disappointment. The university assesses students on a variety of criteria, and works to encourage a diverse range of students to achieve their academic potential. 

Students applying for the MA in Intercultural Communication, for example, will need to have an undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject area. 

Applicants for the MSc in Forensic Science are expected to have an undergraduate honours degree at 2:2 level, in a relevant subject area. 

Students applying to the MBA in Business Administration are typically expected to have an undergraduate degree at 2:2 level, in addition to significant experience in a relevant area – such as leadership or management. 

Applicants for the PhD in Film and Television Production should have a master’s level degree in a relevant discipline. Students who wish to apply for the MPhil version of the degree, with potential to progress to a PhD, should have a relevant bachelor’s level degree at 2:1 level or above. 

Entry requirements will vary between courses and can change over time, so checking the university website before applying is recommended. 

Anglia Ruskin University is a career-focused higher education institution at its heart. Across all of its postgraduate course offerings, students can expect to benefit from a curriculum that blends classroom learning with applied-learning opportunities, as well as placements and industry-led theory. 

Key transferable skills are a focus of all modules at Anglia Ruskin, as well as cultivating a student mindset conducive to success. 

The university’s careers and employability team are dedicated to enhancing students professional prospects, whether that’s through an academic career or industry success. Students can benefit from a range of resources and services, including: 

• Advice on career goals and next steps 
• Access to a wide range of work experience, placements and internships with dozens of employers around the country, or the world 
• Opportunities for paid part-time work across the university’s campuses 
• Specialised support for start-ups and entrepreneurial students 
• The Anglia Language Programme, which is open to students of all levels and provides free courses in various languages 

With an expansive alumni network that circles the world, a range of exclusive alumni benefits and regular careers events throughout the course of their studies, students at ARU are well placed for professional success. 

Accommodation

Postgraduate students at Anglia Ruskin have a variety of options open to them when it comes to living arrangements. Whatever they choose, students can be assured that they’ll be able to find comfortable, convenient and secure accommodation or the duration of their studies. 

The university has a number of managed accommodation options on offer, which are based either on or near to campus. Students can choose from en-suite and shared facility rooms which can vary in price. While the university aims to house postgraduate students with others of their level, it’s possible that they’ll live with undergraduates. 

It’s also possible to rent accommodation privately across the various towns and cities where Anglia Ruskin has campuses. From London to Chelmsford, each place has its unique local community, landscape and accommodation options. From privately managed halls to large, shared houses or self-contained apartments, there’s options for everyone. The university can give personalised advice and support around the process of finding private accommodation. 

Wherever they end up living and studying, students at one of Anglia Ruskin’s campuses will be able to live in towns or cities that combine a range of local services and amenities with excellent access to London, other major cities or the countryside of East Anglia. 

Anglia Ruskin University recognises the financial commitment that postgraduate study represents, but also the potential for growth in expertise and earning potential that is available to students who choose to study at the university. As a result, it offers a range of scholarships and bursaries designed to help students achieve their goals. 

Available funding options include: 

• The Anglia Ruskin Alumni Scholarship, which provides a 20% discount to students on a postgraduate taught course who have already completed a degree at the university. Postgraduate research students can receive a £400 discount to their programme costs. 
• The MBA Scholarship, which offers a £4,000 scholarship to students on a one-year MBA programme. Students on a two-year MBA programme with placement can receive a £2,000 award. Eligible students are automatically assessed for this tuition fee waiver. 
• International postgraduate students can apply for the GREAT Scholarship, which provides £10,000 of funding to successful applicants from China or Turkey. 

Postgraduate students can also explore a range of research funding options, in addition to a variety of external bursaries and endowments, through the university or other online search portals.