Viking-era find on student dig
The aftermath of a battle or execution from around the 9th century has been discovered by Cambridge archaeologists and students conducting a training dig as part of our undergraduate degree in archaeology.
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News
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News - Momentum builds behind groundbreaking innovation partnership
This week saw inaugural board meetings for Cambridge's ambitious partnership with The University of Manchester. The partnership aims to boost economic growth and advance inclusive innovation.
News - Political division in the US surged from 2008 onwards
Almost all the rise in US polarisation over political issues since the late 1980s occurred from 2008 onwards, a new study suggests.
News - From baby at risk to school-ready
One in 3 babies admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit fail their school readiness assessment at age 5. A new project aims to identify those babies at greatest risk and give them a helping hand.
Events
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Admissions - Think Cambridge: until Friday 13 February
Join our undergraduate Think Cambridge webinar series for an introduction to the University. For students in Years 10, 11 or 12, the webinars will give you advice about how to apply and the opportunity to hear from current students and staff.
Family - Twilight at the Museums: Monday 16 to Saturday 21 February 2026
Explore Cambridge museums after hours this February half term. Museums across the city are opening their doors and turning the lights down low for a fun-filled evening of torchlit trails, hands-on activities, performances, crafts, storytelling and more.
Admissions - Discover Cambridge: Master’s and PhD study webinars - Monday 16 March to Friday 20 March 2026
Join us for a series of lunchtime webinars to guide you through the practicalities of applying for postgraduate study at Cambridge.
Student perspectives
What do Cambridge supervisions teach you?
What do Cambridge supervisions teach you?
