BA (Hons) Natural Sciences 

at Cambridge University, Cambridge

Yes. As per the unofficial source, the university ranks 6th among the best global universities, 2nd in the Best Global Universities in Europe, and 2nd in the Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom. This university would be the best recommendation to study as the tuition cost of many of the programs lies within INR 36 L, which is much more affordable than many universities in the UK. Additionally, the university is presently home to nearly 7,000 international students, demonstrating its dependability.

Known for its quality academics and traditional scholarly values, the university is counted among the top institutions in the world for teaching, research, and international outlook. Its alumni base includes great scientists, leaders, politicians, authors, sportsperson, etc. Cambridge University’s research has a global impact in all the continents, across more than 100 countries.

As an Indian student, you would have to provide additional qualifications over your Class 12th scores. This can be good scores in SAT, AP, or 1 year of the UG studies at a recognised Indian college or university. Application based on Class 12th scores alone, is unlikely to be accepted.

Cambridge University tuition fees for international students vary as per the choice of course of the candidate. Most international students need to pay college fees along with the tuition fees. International student costs at Cambridge include:

• Tuition fees
• College fees
• Living expenses

In the academic year 2026-27, the minimum funds required in Cambridge for a full 12 months are estimated to be approximately GBP 29,052 (INR 34.9 L).

1 GBP = INR 120.21

Know more about the Cost of living for international students in UK

As per the candidate's nationality, Cambridge University admission requirements differ and so do the qualifications for Cambridge courses. As an overview, students who are applying for undergraduate courses, need to apply through the UCAS portal. However, besides excellent scores in Class XII, students will need other additional qualifications such as College Board Advanced Placement Tests/ IIT JEE/ STEP/ Others. Students applying for postgraduate courses at University of Cambridge can apply via University of Cambridge Applicant Portal. University of Cambridge admission requirements for postgraduate courses are:

• Minimum of a good upper second class (good 2:1) honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent standard from an overseas university; and
• Completion of, or intermission from any current training or education course.

Cambridge University English Language Requirements:

• IELTS Academic – Usually a minimum overall grade of 7.5, usually with 7.0 or above in each element
• TOEFL (IBT) – Usually a minimum overall score of 110, with 25 or above in each element

The University of Cambridge offers various courses to international students. As per a renowned ranking body, the fields relevant to medicine are more popular among students, including Molecular Biology and Genetics, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Cell Biology, and more. Students can check the table below for the University of Cambridge best courses along with the subject rankings:

Similar to the Ivy League in the US, 24 of the best universities are part of the Russell Group in the UK. The main difference between RG universities and others comes in research, teaching, and overall standing. RG university faculty members are usually Nobel Prize winners or world-class researchers. You get a low student to faculty ratio and a better environment.

Both Imperial College London and Cambridge University offer a world-class MBA program. University of Cambridge is more popular for Digital Marketing, Strategy, and Energy, and Sustainability. Imperial College UK stands out for Finance, Entrepreneurship, and Busines Analytics.

Cambridge is among the top 3 universities in the UK for an MBA. Imperial College London ranks below it at #6, in the latest Shiksha rankings.

The University of Cambridge B.Tech tuition costs range between INR 36L and INR 42L. Students can expect to pay around INR 41L for popular programs like Computer Science; Aerospace and Aerothermal Engineering; Electrical and Electronics Engineering; and Mechanical Engineering. The tuition cost for popular B Tech programs is given below:

Yes, there are many Indian students at Cambridge. Moreover, the university also provides support for Indian origin students for eg the Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) has its headquarters in New Delhi with 850 members holding a UG or PG degree or matriculation from either unis. OCSI also helps existing Indian scholars on both the Oxford campus and the Cambridge campus to help tudents on thei journey back into India at the end of their studies.