Do they have balls at Cambridge?
The lavish line-up of balls occurs post exams, when students are able to look away from their books and again enjoy the privilege of being at Cambridge. Although most college balls aren’t until the end of the academic year, the excitement starts much, much sooner.
Does Cambridge have Subfusc?
At Cambridge, there are only strict sub-fusc rules in Statutes and Ordinances for graduation ceremonies, at which the rules are enforced strictly by the proctors.
What is the acceptance rate for Cambridge University?
21% (2015)
University of Cambridge/Acceptance rate
In a recent application year, just over 17,000 people applied to study in a college of Cambridge. Only 3,497 were accepted. That’s a mere 21% acceptance rate, which means only one out of five applicants will get into the school.
Why are Cambridge May Balls in June?
It is thought they developed from the celebrations surrounding successes in the May Bumps – a set of rowing races which used to take place before the university tripos examinations in May each year.
Does Oxford have may Balls?
May balls are a tradition at Oxford, Cambridge and other universities. They are normally extravagant and usually well managed by student committees.
Is Harvard or Cambridge better than Oxford?
Ranking. You may be wondering which is the best of the three. According to the 2019 Times Higher Education Rankings, Oxford comes in first, Cambridge second and Harvard sixth amongst the world’s universities. However, the QS World Rankings for the same year place Harvard 3rd, Oxford 5th, and Cambridge 6th.
Which college in Cambridge is best for medicine?
Using this table, the top three colleges from the 2018 degree results are Christ’s, Pembroke and Trinity colleges. These colleges produce the highest proportion of first-class degrees from their undergraduate classes, so if this matters to you and your son or daughter then you may want to consider these colleges.
When do the University of Cambridge Open Days?
Cambridge Open Days. Each year, the University and its Colleges open their doors for two days at the beginning of July. These large-scale events are designed to give prospective applicants an insight into what it’s like to study at the University of Cambridge.
How old do you have to be to go to Cambridge Open Days?
We welcome prospective applicants in Year 12 (or equivalent) and prospective mature applicants (aged 21 or over), together with up to two parents or supporters, to experience what the University and Colleges have to offer at the Cambridge Open Days.
Do you have to go to Cambridge to apply?
You don’t have to visit Cambridge to apply to the University but our open days and events offer opportunities to get a feel for the place, talk to staff and students, and ask any questions.
What do the conferences at Cambridge and Oxford do?
Oxford and Cambridge Student Conferences Each year, the Universities of Cambridge and Oxford organise a series of joint conferences for Year 12 students and their teachers/HE advisers. These provide up-to-date information on courses available, the application and admissions procedure, and student life at both Universities.