Category: Cambridge

The official rivalry began when, in the late 12th century, a mass of Oxford masters fled from the town. The story goes that two scholars were hanged by the townsfolk without trial following the mysterious death of a local woman. Is Oxford or Cambridge more respected? Subject strengths. A look at the QS World University […]

No, there are no direct train services from Oxford to Cambridge. How do I get from Oxford to Cambridge? The best way to get from Oxford to Cambridge is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £45 – £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 – £14 and takes 4h 32m. Is there […]

In 2021, the University of Cambridge acceptance rate was 15.7% (according to data from UCAS). That year, the university received 23,140 applications and offered places to 3,625 students. Is it harder to get into Cambridge or Oxford? Oxford and Cambridge are highly competitive, and unfortunately, you can only apply to one per year. According to […]

We’re looking for an indication of your willingness to think logically while keeping your mind open to new ideas. You also need self-discipline, motivation, commitment, and the desire and potential to go beyond what you’ve learned so far. What do Cambridge look for in a personal statement? In a personal statement we are looking for […]

Since we introduced the attributes – confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, engaged – some schools and teachers have asked us for more practical guidance on how they can nurture these learning habits. What are the Cambridge standards? The General Certificate of Education Advanced Level, or A Level, is the ‘gold standard’ of Cambridge qualifications. It is […]

You apply via your CamSIS self-service. Information is available on the ‘Applying for a change in your student status’ page. Once submitted, your application to withdraw will be considered by your supervisor, Department, College and Degree Committee before arriving at Student Registry for the final decision. How many people drop out of Cambridge? The University […]

Cambridge’s iconic urban cattle are a hangover from when locals used public spaces to graze livestock. Are there cows in Cambridge? Around 120 cattle roam amid the gothic towers and city parks of the university city. Last year, Cambridge City Council, secured the cows’ future on the commons in Cambridge, allowing cows to graze on […]

The fourth-oldest university in the world, Cambridge opened in 1209 and had more than 24,000 total students in 2020. Here are the 10 best colleges at the University of Cambridge. Trinity Hall. St. Selwyn College. Emmanuel College. Queens’ College. Churchill College. Peterhouse. Pembroke College. Which Cambridge College accepts most students? Churchill College has been named […]

below is the list as published in Thursday’s TCS. Top Formal Halls. King’s 2.18. Corpus Christi 2.26. St. John’s 2.39. Jesus 2.61. Peterhouse 2.69. Magdalene 2.73. Emmanuel 2.81. Which Cambridge College is most prestigious? Christ’sCurrent rankings Position College Firsts (%) 1 Christ’s 46.1 2 Trinity 38.5 3 St Catharine’s 38.9 4 Jesus 36.4 Which Cambridge […]

Successful applicants are typically asked for at least 85 per cent overall, with scores of 9 or more in the subjects most closely related to the course they want to study. How many A’s do you need to get into Cambridge? Entry requirements Certain grades may be required at Higher Level. Cambridge usually requires A*A*A […]