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Anglia Ruskin University

Cambridge · QS World #1001

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University of the Arts London

London · QS World #851

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

7/10

Anglia Ruskin

scored higher in 7 categories

VS

3/10

Arts London

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Anglia Ruskin University leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, employment, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of the Arts London is ahead on ranking, satisfaction, international.

Anglia Ruskin University vs University of the Arts London at a glance

Anglia Ruskin University and University of the Arts London both teach 22 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Business Studies and Drama & Theatre. Anglia Ruskin University offers 512 courses across 83 subject areas; University of the Arts London offers 183 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,500 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £13,390 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,600 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £12,290 a year cheaper.

Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of the Arts London is higher in 8 and Anglia Ruskin University in 2, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £18,500 three years after graduating from Anglia Ruskin University, against £23,500 from University of the Arts London. Of the 10 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Anglia Ruskin University is higher in 8 and University of the Arts London in 2.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

#1001
QS World
#851
#601
THE World
#1501
—
Guardian UK
#52
1858
Established
1986
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Anglia Ruskin University

University of the Arts London

82.5%
83%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£30,700
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82%
80.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.8%
54%

International

International student share

512
183

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

12
0

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Anglia Ruskin

93 countries · 20.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India43.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan12.2%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.4%
  • 🇰🇪Kenya5.3%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates4%
VS

Arts London

84 countries · 54% international

  • 🇨🇳China55.7%
  • 🇮🇳India6%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)3.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%

Subjects

22 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

Anglia Ruskin University

University of the Arts London

Also taught at both: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computing & IT, Cultural Studies, Biology, Economics, Performing Arts (General), Publishing.

Only at Anglia Ruskin University

Only at University of the Arts London

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

Anglia Ruskin University
£17,500
University of the Arts London
£30,890

Anglia Ruskin University is about £13,390 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Anglia Ruskin University
£18,600
University of the Arts London
£30,890

Anglia Ruskin University is about £12,290 a year cheaper.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

Anglia Ruskin University

University of the Arts London

  • Design & Fashion

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    85%Satisfaction76%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    67%Satisfaction80%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    82%Satisfaction80%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction80%

  • Management

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    75%SatisfactionNo data

  • Marketing

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    86%Satisfaction79%

  • Music

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    75%Satisfaction70%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    90%Satisfaction80%

  • Fine Art

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    75%Satisfaction79%

  • Architecture

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    88%Satisfaction81%

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    97%SatisfactionNo data

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Anglia Ruskin University

Vice Chancellor's PhD Scholarships

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

GREAT Scholarships 2026

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

International Undergraduate Scholarship

£7,000

Deadline: N/A

Training Grant for Healthcare Students

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

International Postgraduate Scholarship

£4,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of the Arts London

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FAQ

Anglia Ruskin University vs University of the Arts London: common questions

Is Anglia Ruskin University or University of the Arts London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,500 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £13,390 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,600 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £12,290 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both Anglia Ruskin University and University of the Arts London?

Both universities teach 22 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Business Studies, Drama & Theatre, Film Production & Cinematography, Games Design & Computer Animation, Computer Science, Management, Psychology (General), Marketing, Music, Business & Management (General), Creative Writing and 10 more.

Is Anglia Ruskin University or University of the Arts London better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £18,500 three years after graduating from Anglia Ruskin University, and £23,500 from University of the Arts London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Anglia Ruskin University and 86% at University of the Arts London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Anglia Ruskin University or University of the Arts London offer more courses?

Anglia Ruskin University lists 512 courses on CourseOptions and University of the Arts London lists 183 courses.

What can you study at Anglia Ruskin University but not at University of the Arts London?

Anglia Ruskin University teaches 61 subject areas that University of the Arts London does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Software Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Law, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Biomedical Sciences, Building & Construction and 53 more.

What can you study at University of the Arts London but not at Anglia Ruskin University?

University of the Arts London teaches 7 subject areas that Anglia Ruskin University does not, including Applied Computing, Journalism, Public Relations, Crafts & Applied Arts, Hair & Beauty Sciences, Information & Library Studies and Information Systems & Data Science.

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Anglia Ruskin University512 courses · 12 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of the Arts London183 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses