University of Cambridge

Home to 121 Nobel Prize winners — more than any other university in the world. University of Cambridge is a Russell Group research university based in Cambridge, holding a Gold Teaching Excellence Framework rating. Cambridge combines 800 years of tradition with cutting-edge research. Its collegiate system means students belong to both a department and an intimate college community.

In the latest rankings, University of Cambridge is positioned #6 in the QS World Rankings 2026; #3 in the THE World Rankings 2026; #2 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).

The university has approximately 22,565 students, with a diverse international community representing 96 nationalities — 32% of the student body. The largest international cohorts come from China, United States, and Singapore.

University of Cambridge currently lists 183 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 9 undergraduate and 174 postgraduate programmes.

Graduate outcomes are excellent: 91% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £31,500, rising to £49,800 after five years.

Student satisfaction is exceptionally high, with 92% of students satisfied with teaching quality (NSS) and a continuation rate of 96%.

Academic excellence in a stunning medieval city. Punting on the Cam, formal hall dinners, and world-changing research.