Student Beans’ Best University Guide: University of Cambridge
Everything you need to know about the University of Cambridge.
The University of Cambridge has a great mix of cultural and scientific spots, including the beautiful Cambridge University Botanic Garden and the Cambridge University Museum of Zoology.
Cambridge also boasts some interesting alumni including Tom Hiddleston and Sacha Baron Cohen, and is a city with plenty of vegan-friendly restaurants (although it didn’t make our top ten list).
Vibe Check
Let’s break down some key notes around Cambridge University and the city itself:
- At Universities in this UK region, 14% of the students admit to catching Freshers Flu after throwing themselves into all the activities the university offers during Freshers Week. Check out our guide on relieving your freshers flu symptoms here.
- The University of Cambridge’s notable alumni is made up of some fun folks, including Tom Hiddleston, Sue Perkins and Sacha Baron Cohen.
- If you’re looking for plant-based options, there are 90 vegan-friendly restaurants in this city. Find out the top ten vegan cities in the UK here, if that’s your priority.
- Cambridge boasts 148 bars and clubs, which isn’t a lot for its population of just over 125,000. If you’re after a city with lots of choice, head to Warwick or Bath, which have the highest number of pubs and bars per capita than any other UK city.
- Want to hear more about student goings-on? Read up on the Cambridge University newspaper, Varsity.
- If you’re interested in studying Medicine, Cambridge University Hospital sits in the heart of one of the university’s campuses, and acts as a renowned research centre and a great place to gain your degree.
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There’s always time for coffee and cocktails. According to Google Maps, these are the top-rated spots you should try that are close to Cambridge Uni’s campus:
Getting in
Cambridge’s average entry tariff is one of the highest in the UK, second only to St. Andrews. With an average UCAS tariff of 206, students at this uni could easily have secured three A*’s and one A, all at A-Level.
Student satisfaction
Cambridge University has a pretty good average accommodation score of 4.06, beating other top universities like Warwick and Bath, and soaring above the national average digs score of 3.8.
The student to staff ratio of 11.4:1 means there’s plenty of lecturers on hand to support — some universities only have one lecturer per every 20 students.
Future prospects
Those who graduated from Cambridge University in 2021 did pretty well, with over two-thirds achieving first and 2:2 degrees. The amount of firsts is on track with the national average, but with only 36% securing a 2:1, Cambridge Uni’s 2021 cohort were well under the 44% national average.
Not to worry though — 93% of the University of Cambridge graduates find a career within 15 months, which is a great deal higher than the national average of 78%. The graduate starting salary in Cambridge isn’t too shabby either, sitting at £23,674.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)3301 232023
Email: advice@bucks.ac.uk
Web: bucks.ac.uk
Accommodation: bucks.ac.uk/accommodation
Popular FAQs about Cambridge University
Where is Cambridge University?
Cambridge University is located in the picturesque city of Cambridge, approximately 55 miles north of London.
How old is Cambridge University?
Established in 1209, Cambridge University is now 819 years old.
How to get into Cambridge University?
Whilst the entry requirements will be different for every course, Cambridge’s average entry tariff was the second highest for the 2020/2021 cohort. On average, the university asked for 206 UCAS points which works out as A*A*A*A at A-Level.
What did Stephen Hawking study at Cambridge University?
One of Cambridge Uni’s notable alumni, Stephen Hawking, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Physics in 1962 and a doctorate in the same subject in 1966.
Data has been used from the following sources:
- www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2021/sep/11/the-best-uk-universities-2022-rankings
- www.hesa.ac.uk/data-and-analysis/students/table-16
- www.universitycompare.com/rankings/accommodation
- www.ons.gov.uk/businessindustryandtrade/business/activitysizeandlocation/datasets/publichousesandbarsbycityregion
- www.tripadvisor.co.uk
- uk.indeed.com/career/lecturer/salaries
