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Information for students from India

We welcome students from all over the world. ARU is ranked 46th in the world and 7th in the UK for the proportion of International students. 2027 QS World University Rankings.

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How to apply

Here are some links to important information that’ll help you with your application to Anglia Ruskin University:

For students coming from India to ARU

For entry to a bachelor’s degree (year 1), we will consider the following qualifications:

  • A recognised foundation programme
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma
  • International Advanced Levels (A Levels)
  • HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 50% from the West Bengal exam board
  • HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 55% from the following exam boards: Delhi, Mumbai, Tamil Nadu, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations New Delhi (CISCE), Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
  • HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 60% with at least 40% in a minimum of 5 subjects from any other exam board

For entry to a Master’s degree, we will consider the following qualifications:

  • A recognised pre-Masters course
  • 3 year Bachelors or 4 year Bachelor Engineering or Technology, minimum division 2 (50% - 59%) in relevant subjects
  • 4 year Bachelor of Laws complying with above for entry to LLM
  • Bachelor’s degree from the University of Delhi or the University of Calcutta with 45%

For entry to a research degree, we will consider overseas qualifications equivalent to a UK Master’s degree. Please visit our postgraduate research pages for more information on the application requirements. 

The above is a guide only and not all qualifications are listed. There may be additional course requirements, such specific subjects or grades, a portfolio or an interview, for example. These requirements will be detailed on each individual course page.

If you don't hold one of the qualifications above then  ARU College can help. ARU College provides foundationfirst year and pre-Masters courses, designed to prepare you for entry to your chosen degree.

English requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to be able to show you have the required level of English language. This is so we can ensure you'll be able to follow your course.

Our standard entry criteria for undergraduate courses is IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing).

Our standard entry criteria for postgraduate taught and postgraduate research courses is IELTS 6.5, with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing).

If you don't meet our English language requirements, our Language Centre offers a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry onto a degree course.

Read more about entry requirements if you are from the united states.

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Scholarships and Bursaries

We offer a variety of scholarships to international students. Find out more about our generous scholarships and what we can offer you.