Foundation Year students at West Hub in West Cambridge.

Foundation Year

deadline

If you’re applying to study our Foundation Year in 2026, you need to submit your UCAS application by 14 January 2026.

The Cambridge Foundation Year is a unique course intended to provide a stepping stone to Cambridge for students.

Welcome to Cambridge!

Welcome to Cambridge!

Why Cambridge?

Find out why studying at Cambridge is for you

How to apply

Step-by-step guidance on the applications process

News

Updates from across the University

News - Lack of support for people on weight loss drugs leaves them vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies

People prescribed weight loss drugs may not receive sufficient nutritional guidance to support safe and sustainable weight loss, leaving them vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies and muscle loss.

News - Original version of medieval England’s ‘best-seller’ discovered

The only surviving original version of one of medieval England’s most popular works, Richard Rolle’s Emending of Life, has been identified in a school in Shrewsbury.

Awards - New Year Honours 2026

Members of the Collegiate University have been honoured for their outstanding contributions to society in science, education, medicine, the environment, and the arts.

Events

Concerts, lectures, sports events, and more

Exhibitions - LATE at Kettle's Yard: Wednesday 28 January 2026

Students from the Royal College of Art stage an evening of performance, music, talks, and more in the context of Harold Offeh’s exhibition 'Mmm, Gotta Try a Little Harder, It Could be Sweet'.

Admissions - Think Cambridge: Wednesday 4 February to 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.

Exhibitions - Made in Ancient Egypt - until Sunday 12 April 2026

From elaborately decorated coffins to the Books of the Dead, ancient Egyptians produced objects which remain iconic today. But who were the makers behind them and how were they made? Find out at the Fitzwilliam Museum's exhibition.

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