University of Cambridge

The University
We are one of the world's oldest universities and leading academic centres, and a self-governed community of scholars. Cambridge comprises 31 Colleges and over 150 departments, faculties, schools and other institutions.

The Colleges
A college is where students live, eat and socialise. It is also the place where students receive small group teaching sessions, known as supervisions.
Each college is an independent institution with its own property and income. The colleges appoint their own staff and are responsible for selecting students, in accordance with University regulations. The teaching of students is shared between the Colleges and University departments. Degrees are awarded by the University.

Cambridge University Press publishes the finest academic and educational writing from around the world and is dedicated to advancing knowledge, education, learning and research. Since publishing its first work in 1584, Cambridge now publishes over 2500 titles and 200 journals every year

Cambridge Assessment is Europe’s largest assessment agency and plays a highly influential role in the research and development of school examinations in the UK and around the world. Through its three examination boards it delivers mainstream qualifications to over 8 million candidates a year.

At Cambridge, we provide the world's highest-quality university education for the brightest and best, regardless of background. There are a variety of ways to study at Cambridge.

Undergraduate Studies
Find out about our courses, the colleges, life at Cambridge, how to apply, fees, finance, open days and events.


Graduate Studies
Practical information for people interested in graduate study including our courses and costs.


Lifelong Learning
Conferences and part-time courses for adult learners from the Institute of Continuing Education.

Executive Education and Training
A variety of business programmes to help you develop including short courses and summer schools.

Courses in Education
Undergraduate BA, PGCE, Higher Degrees and Practitioner Professional Development from the Faculty of Education.

Teaching Provision
How we teach at Cambridge and the resources available to students.

Other learning opportunities
Lifelong Learning, International Summer Schools, and other ways of studying at Cambridge.