Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a public university in East Anglia, United Kingdom, with campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, London, and Peterborough. It originated from the Cambridge School of Art founded in 1858 by John Ruskin. The university gained university status in 1992. ARU is known for its strong emphasis on employability and practical skills, with notable strengths in health and social care, education, business, law, and creative industries. The university has a diverse student population and strong international partnerships.