From baby at risk
to school-ready
One in 3 babies admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit fail their school readiness assessment at age 5.
A new project aims to identify those babies at greatest risk and give them a helping hand.
Welcome to Cambridge!
Welcome to Cambridge!
Why Cambridge?
Find out why studying at Cambridge is for you
How to apply
Step-by-step guidance on the applications process
News
Updates from across the University
News - Students help unearth possible Viking-era ‘execution pit’ on training dig
The aftermath of a battle or execution from around the 9th century has been discovered by Cambridge archaeologists and students conducting a training dig as part of the University’s undergraduate degree in archaeology.
News - Cambridge scientists share the truth behind their success
A group of Cambridge scientists reveal the personal struggles they’ve faced, and continue to face, as they strive for success.
News - The negative effects of menopause on the brain, cognition and mental health
Menopause is linked to reductions in grey matter volume in key brain regions, as well as increased levels of anxiety and depression and difficulties with sleep, according to new research from Cambridge.
Events
Concerts, lectures, sports events, and more
Admissions - Think Cambridge: until Friday 13 February
Join our undergraduate Think Cambridge webinar series for an introduction to the University. For students in Years 10, 11 or 12, the webinars will give you advice about how to apply and the opportunity to hear from current students and staff.
Family - Twilight at the Museums: Monday 16 to Saturday 21 February 2026
Explore Cambridge museums after hours this February half term. Museums across the city are opening their doors and turning the lights down low for a fun-filled evening of torchlit trails, hands-on activities, performances, crafts, storytelling and more.
Admissions - Discover Cambridge: Master’s and PhD study webinars - Monday 16 March to Friday 20 March 2026
Join us for a series of lunchtime webinars to guide you through the practicalities of applying for postgraduate study at Cambridge.
Student perspectives
What do Cambridge supervisions teach you?
What do Cambridge supervisions teach you?
