A delicate ecosystem

Cambridge has become a hi-tech hub to rival California’s Silicon Valley. But how was the so-called “Silicon Fen” born, and how is it continuing to thrive?

A radical tradition

Formed by students fleeing persecution, the University of Cambridge has fostered a spirit of iconoclasm, disruption and intellectual freedom for 800 years and counting

800 years of innovation

The University of Cambridge’s history spans eight centuries of transformative thinking that has changed the world as we know it 

Testing times

The challenge of educating an expanding global population is one that international education programmes are meeting head on

Question time

Painstaking preparation, presentation and promptness are the keys to ensuring you get the most out of an interview

Embarking on a career

Identifying your ideal job and landing a position requires preparation, passion and, above all, perseverance. In other words, hunting for a job can be a job in itself

Network know-how

Knowing the right people can play a big role in getting a job, so establishing a network of professional contacts is crucial

BRILLIANT MINDS

How has the University of Cambridge produced more Nobel laureates than any other educational institution on earth?