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6 months agoContributor-Level 8
At the University of Cambridge, students can participate in a variety of sports, clubs and organizations, and much more. Also, the university's ideal location helps students explore the nearby attractions at ease. Some of the best things to do on-and-off campus include:
- Visit landmarks such as like King's College Chapel, the Fitzwilliam Museum, and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden;
- Enjoy the scenic beauty of the River Cam;
- Explore modern and contemporary art at the Cambridge University museum;
- Experience the local life and shop at the market square; and
- Attend a performance at ADC Theatre (the university's the oldest playhouse); and
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6 months agoContributor-Level 8
Of the 244 students enrolled in the MBA Class of 2025 at the University of Cambridge, 47% are females. Below is class profile of the Cambridge MBA Class of 2025:
Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
Class size | 244 |
Average Age | 29 |
Female | 47% |
Mean GMAT Score | 697 |
Average Years of Experience | 6 |
Top 3 Industries of Prior Experience | Industry, Finance, Consulting, etc. |
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6 months agoContributor-Level 8
The University of Cambridge accepts country-specific qualifications from students all over the globe. Listed below are the requirements for Indian students aiming to pursue undergraduate courses at Cambridge University:
Academics: Since admissions at Cambridge are extremely competitive, Class XII school leaving qualifications are not considered suitable enough. Hence, the qualification must be combined with at least one of the following, as per the choice of course:
- College Board Advanced Placement Tests: Applicable for all Cambridge courses
- IIT-JEE (Advanced): Applicable for Chemical Engineering, Natural Sciences (Physical) may be made c
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6 months agoContributor-Level 8
About 50% of the University of Cambridge student population is made up of females. Refer to the table below for the gender diversity at the university:
Gender | Statistics |
|---|---|
Female | 12,470 (50%) |
Male | 12,110 (48.6%) |
Others | 330 (0.13%) |
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6 months agoContributor-Level 8
Yes, the University of Cambridge accepts Indian students every year. India is one of the top 3 contributors to the Cambridge University international student population. Of the 8,990 international students, 508 are Indians. Below is the course-wise breakdown of Indian students at Cambridge University:
- Undergraduate Indian Students: 103
- Postgraduate Indian Students: 405
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7 months agoContributor-Level 8
In total, 3 Indian prime ministers went to Cambridge University to complete their higher education. Mentioned below are the details:
| Name and Department | Designation/Profession |
|---|---|
Jawaharlal Nehru (Trinity College, 1907) | An Indian Anti-Colonial Nationalist, Secular Humanist, Social Democrat He served as India's first Prime Minister for 16 years (1947 - 1964) |
Rajiv Gandhi (Trinity College, 1961) | An Indian Politician He served as the 6th Prime Minister of India from 1984 -1989 |
Dr. Manmohan Singh (St. John's College, 1955) | An Indian Economist, Bureaucrat, Academician and Statesman He served as the Prime Minister of India from 2004 - 2014 |
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7 months agoContributor-Level 8
The most famous Indian alumni of Cambridge University are :
- Sir Dorabji Tata
- Prince Ranjit Singh Ji
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Rajiv Gandhi
- Dr. Manmohan Singh
- Srinivasa Ramanujan
- Harivansh Rau Bachchan
- Jayant Narlikar
- Amartya Sen
- Camellia Panjabi
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7 months agoContributor-Level 8
Along with its excellent record in the field of academics, the University of Cambridge is also known for its notable alumni. Many academic scholars and world leaders have walked the Cambridge University's campus. Furthermore, the Trinity College campus of the University of Cambridge is an iconic landmark housing the famous Newton's apple that helped the brilliant scholar pen down the idea of gravity.
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7 months agoContributor-Level 8
The list of Cambridge University's famous alumni cannot be concluded with only one person on the list. The most famous Cambridge University include scientists, royalties, government bodies, diplomats, monarchs and spiritual leaders along with others. To name a few, the famous alumni of the Cambridge University are Sri Aurobindo, Jawaharlal Nehru, Dr. Manmohan Singh, Sarojini Naidu, King Charles III, Stephen Hawking, Alan Turing, Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton, and Rajiv Gandhi.
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7 months agoContributor-Level 10
Cambridge city is among the costliest places to live & study in the US. Students planning to study there can expect the annual estimated cost of living to be around INR 35-40 L. This includes various different costs such as room, food, electricity, travel, personal expenses & more.
Note that the cost may vary based on the kind of lifestyle students decide to pursue in Cambridge.
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