This listing refers to Anglia Ruskin University's Cambridge campus, the main campus of ARU, a modern university with further sites in Chelmsford, Peterborough and London. It is best known for business, computing, creative arts, psychology and health, in a city-centre location in Cambridge. Choose it for an affordable degree in a famous university city.
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Official website: aru.ac.uk
Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023
1858 as the Cambridge School of Art
East Road, central Cambridge
£16,000 – £18,500
International students, undergraduate and taught Master's
£12,000 – £15,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on aru.ac.uk before you apply.
MSc Computer Science
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
MBA
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
MSc Marketing
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
BA Music and Sound
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
Cambridge School of Art heritage.
City-centre campus beside Parker's Piece.
Access to Cambridge's tech and life sciences cluster.
Graduates join Cambridge technology, biotech and research employers.
Creative alumni work in design, music and media.
Graduates can work in the UK for two years on the Graduate visa.
Undergrad
14 Jan 2027
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
The campus sits on East Road with teaching buildings, a library and student halls within walking distance of the city centre.
Cambridge is a historic city with a large technology sector. Rent is high, and London is under an hour by train.
CAS from Anglia Ruskin University
Proof of funds for fees and living costs
English test at B2 level or above
TB test certificate, if required
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
Valid passport with blank pages
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS with an equal-consideration deadline of 14 January 2027. Master's applications are rolling, with most closing in July for September and November for January.
September is the main intake, and computer science, the MBA and marketing also start in January.
You need a Student route visa. ARU issues your CAS once you accept an unconditional offer and pay the deposit. Apply online up to six months before your course starts and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge.
Computer science, the MBA, marketing and music are popular. Master's courses need a 2:2 or above and IELTS 6.5.
Yes. ARU offers international scholarships that reduce tuition, usually assessed automatically. Check the scholarships page for current amounts.
