The University's mission is to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.
Founded in 1209, Cambridge is the fourth-oldest university in the world.
With 24,927 students, Cambridge is a globally diverse institution. Our students come from 144 different countries.
The University is made up of 31 constituent Colleges, 6 Schools and over 150 Faculties and Departments, covering a vast array of subjects and specialised areas of research.
Among our alumni and affiliates we have 126 Nobel Prize Laureates, 47 Heads of State, and 217 Olympic medallists.
Our researchers collaborate with colleagues worldwide. The University has established partnerships in Asia, Africa, the Americas and Europe.
