University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge is a world leading university offering 30 undergraduate degree courses covering more than 65 subject areas. Many of our courses encompass several subjects, allowing you to gain a broad understanding of your subject before deciding which areas to focus on. As well as being a member of the University, you’re also a member of a College. The 29 undergraduate Colleges provide accommodation for most students for at least three years. Your college is your base where you eat and do a lot of your socialising, receive academic and pastoral support, and have some of your teaching.

*Our summer school programmes are always heavily oversubscribed. Each course will involve six hours each day in faculties where you will be taking part in a range of academically challenging activities. Therefore, we will consider your academic grades and your current course choices as well as the eligibility criteria outlined by the Sutton Trust.  

Why attend?

Experience world-class teaching

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Experience world-class teaching

At Cambridge, you’ll take part in up to 20 hours of academic study with world-leading experts in your chosen subject. Our subject-specific sessions will introduce you to a variety of new topics, as well as giving you a real sense of what it’s like to study at a highly-selective, research intensive university.

Understand Student Life

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Understand Student Life

Outside of time in departments, there’ll be plenty of opportunity to experience student life. You’ll stay in a Cambridge College, be able to explore the city and we’ll host a variety of activities (including unique Cambridge experiences, such punting and formal hall).

Make a Competitive Application to University

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Make a Competitive Application to University

Over the course of the programme we will provide you with the information and guidance you need to confidently make an application to University. Whether you’re unsure about personal statements or student finance, we can offer support.

*This university may give contextual offers! Click here to find out more.

Courses

Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Archaeology and Bioanthropology

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Architecture

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Biological Sciences: Biochemistry, Pathology and Pharmacology

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Biological Sciences: Zoology, Botany and Physiology

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Classics

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Computer Science

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Earth Sciences

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Engineering

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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English

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Geography

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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History

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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History of Art

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Human Social and Political Sciences

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Law

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Mathematics

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Medicine

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Modern and Medieval Languages with Linguistics

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Music

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Psychological and Behavioural Sciences

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Veterinary Medicine

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Location:
University of Cambridge
Start Date:
11 August 2025
End Date:
15 August 2025

This is a highly academic course where you will be engaging with new content. You should be ready to explore new topics and be challenged throughou...

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Alumni Stories

Shuaib

Student

I applied to this programme because I thought it would be a great chance to experience many aspects of university life and...

Tom Chudley

PhD student, Cambridge University

I went to secondary school a state school outside of Exeter. It had to teach students of a wide range of abilities...

Josiah Senu

Law student, London School of Economics and Political Science.

I grew up in Walthamstow in north-east London. It is a challenging place. Many people are from a low socio-economic background and...

Contact

Cambridge Sutton Trust Summer School Team

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