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5 Mar 2015: Student representatives are an integral part of the Committee structure at the University. We elect to discipline-specific roles, which may be called to sit on or advise multiple committees.

5 Sep 2023: The University Library has created pre-arrival courses for students embarking on a course of study at Cambridge. These are designed to help you start your studies with information literacy and digital literacy skills.

28 Jul 2017: First Year Registration/First Year Assessment exercise (doctoral) Candidates for doctoral research degrees will undertake a form of examination following the completion of their first year (or second year if part-time). The form of the examination

4 Nov 2014: The Cambridge Student Union provides advice, information, resources, and support on all matters of student life, from access through education to welfare. You will find your union representatives approachable and always ready to help.

4 Nov 2014: Access information to help you develop your skills while at Cambridge.

4 Nov 2014: Bicycles and boats Two of the most celebrated symbols of Cambridge are bicycles and punts. Two very different forms of transport, but inextricably linked to the symbolism of the town and University. More bicycle and boat information Motor vehicles

6 Nov 2014: Code of Practice for Research Students The Code of Practice sets out the University's guidelines for those courses examined by scrutiny of an extended research thesis and an oral examination only. It may also be applied to the research years and

19 Mar 2018: Eligibility If you are a current staff member who plans to start a postgraduate course at the University of Cambridge, you may be eligible for the reduced staff fee for your course. In order to qualify, you must: Be a candidate for a research course

5 Nov 2014: Please note this guidance does not apply to the LL.M., M.A.St., M.C.L., M.Eng., M.Sci., M.Math., Vet.M.B., Mus.B., B.A., or B.Th. Degree, or the M.B., B.Chir.

25 Apr 2017: The Code of Practice for the Master of Philosophy by Advanced Study and the Master of Research sets out the University’s guidelines for these courses.

4 Nov 2014: Your College Every postgraduate student is a member of a College. Your College experience can be one of the most important and memorable you have in Cambridge.

6 Nov 2014: Student registration In this section: What is Student Registration? Who needs to complete Student Registration? When do I need to complete Student Registration? How do I complete Student Registration? How will my data be handled? Updates to

10 Mar 2021: You must have settled or pre-settled status granted by the Home Office and have lived in the EU or UK for 3 years to be eligible for the Cambridge Bursary. You can only apply for settled or pre-settled status if you resided in the UK before 31

4 Nov 2014: Before you arrive Your College, Faculty or Department will send you all the information you need to prepare yourself for your time in Cambridge, including College information, for example accommodation, course information, and similar work-related

7 Nov 2014: What is a Research Passport? A Research Passport is the mechanism for non-NHS staff to obtain an Honorary Research contract or Letter of Access (LoA) when they propose to carry out research in the NHS. This replaces the previous Honorary Research

10 Jan 2017: Cambridge Bursary Team cambridge.bursary@admin.cam.ac.uk Administrator: Bahar Abdi Cambridge Bursary Scheme Student Funding Team University of Cambridge Student Services Centre New Museums Site Cambridge CB2 3PT Current students, contact your

4 May 2018: Household income Student Awards Agency for Scotland only offer financial support for household incomes up to £34,000. Let us know if yours is between £34,000 and £62,215. The University resolves these cases individually to arrange a bursary

24 Mar 2015: University regulations and guides The University's regulations are stated in its Statutes and Ordinances. University Proctors and Pro-Proctors The Proctors and Pro-Proctors are responsible for maintaining good order and discipline in the University.

4 Nov 2014: Libraries and Museums Students at the University of Cambridge have enviable access to some of the best library and museum collections in the world.

5 Nov 2014: Changes to your student status (postgraduates only) Please note this guidance does not apply to the LL.M., M.A.St., M.C.L., M.Eng., M.Sci., M.Math., Vet.M.B., Mus.B., MBA, B.A., or B.Th. Degree, or the M.B., B.Chir. Degrees - students on these

4 Nov 2014: Graduation If you have received your final examination results and are ready to graduate, all the information you need to know about ceremony dates, what to wear, tickets, and photographs can be found on the Degree Ceremonies pages. What next?

6 Nov 2014: Livestreaming Ceremonies are livestreamed and the recording is held for two months. After two months the recording is permanently deleted. The livestream is provided to allow friends and family members who are unable to attend the Senate-House to

6 Nov 2014: If you choose to graduate in person at the Senate-House, you are required to wear the following Cambridge academical dress at the ceremony: Undergraduates and affiliated students: undergraduate gown of your college and the hood of the highest degree

5 Nov 2014: Tempest Photography is the official photographer for your award ceremony and for any formal studio portraiture you might like on the day of your ceremony. Below are details of the photographic offerings available to you.

4 Nov 2014: Roles of University and College: teaching and learning The University and Colleges share the teaching of undergraduate students, with Colleges also providing help and support for those non-academic aspects of student life for all of their students.

22 May 2023: Applying for leave to work away You apply for leave to work away via your CamSIS self-service. For general information on how to apply for a change in your student status see ‘Applying for a change in your student status’. Please check the

30 Oct 2015: Researcher development Your doctoral studies are about pursuing your research project and developing personal capabilities so that you can contribute to knowledge and understanding within your academic community and through public engagement and

9 Jan 2017: The amount of bursary you receive is only based on your household income. Independent students, and clinical years medical and veterinary students receive an additional amount known as the enhanced bursary.

2 Sep 2022: Please use this form for questions about the Annual Student Registration Exercise only. Please note that August to October is the peak time for Student Registration when it may take several working days to get a response. Check if your question is

28 Jul 2017: First Year Registration exercise Candidates for doctoral degrees will undertake a form of examination following the completion of their first year for full-time students or second year for part-time students.  The form of the examination will

4 Nov 2014: Sport and fitness For many people, sport at Cambridge is epitomised by the annual Boat Race against Oxford, but there is more to Cambridge sport than rowing. There are countless opportunities to join a University sport club. In addition, most

25 Mar 2024: These instructions are for students embarking on a new course of study (even if you have studied at Cambridge in the past). Students should not attempt to complete registration until formally invited to do so. In this section 1. Creating a new

6 Nov 2014: The University maintains a profile of personal and course information on each currently and previously registered student. It is a student's responsibility to ensure that their record is accurate, and this can be done via your CamSIS Self-Service

28 Jul 2017: Please note the information on this page is for doctoral students. MSc and MLitt students are not required to submit a hardbound copy of their thesis or upload an electronic copy to Apollo Please note also, this information is for submission of the

9 May 2018: You’re eligible for the Cambridge Bursary for the duration of your course if you are a: clinical medical student receiving the NHS Bursary clinical medical student receiving a government maintenance grant veterinary medicine student, including

4 Nov 2014: Student feedback The University encourages feedback from students in a number of ways. Departments and Faculties normally use evaluation forms for their courses, most University committees have student representatives as members, Colleges have

4 Nov 2014: University teaching Your Faculty or Department is responsible for arranging lectures, seminars, and practicals (where relevant).

9 May 2023: Contents Funding Scheme Websites Queries and Useful Contacts UKRI Terms and Conditions Confirmation of Status Holidays Suspension of Award and Intermission of Studies Paid Sick Leave Parental Leave Compassionate Leave Working Whilst You Study

4 Nov 2014: Accommodation All undergraduates will be housed in College accommodation, at least during their first year. Colleges also try to provide accommodation for most new graduate students. Where this is not possible, or not practical, the University's

16 Mar 2015: Enquiries may be made to the Fund where students require adjustments in addition to the standard exam access arrangements and therefore require an autism assessment.

12 Nov 2014: Applications for 2024-2025 are now open. Information for the 2025/26 academic year including updated spreadsheets will be available by the end of May 2025. Please wait for this to happen before applying for your loan(s).

26 Mar 2024: These instructions are for students entering the second and subsequent years of their course. They do not apply to you if you have studied at Cambridge before but are starting a new course of study. If you are starting a new course of study, then

4 Nov 2014: Bicycles As a precaution against theft, all junior members of the University who have bicycles in Cambridge are required to have them marked with a number. Numbers are issued by the Colleges and should be clearly displayed, preferably on the rear

6 Nov 2014: In most UK universities, the Master of Arts is a degree awarded by examination. At Cambridge, the MA is conferred by right on holders of the BA degree of the University and on certain other senior members and is not available as a postgraduate

22 Jul 2021: If you are classed as independent by your regional funding body, you are entitled to the higher rate of Cambridge Bursary which is £5,600 a year. The extra funding is intended to help cover the cost of accommodation over summer.

29 Sep 2021: The Loan Fund I is available to provide interest-free loans to undergraduate and postgraduate students who find themselves in unexpected financial need. It is expected that students will have explored all other avenues before making an application

6 Nov 2014: The following page provides information for students and their guests. If your query is not answered on this page then please do contact degreecongregations@admin.cam.ac.uk and we will endeavour to assist you further with this. Tickets If you are

29 Sep 2021: Students should have sought the maximum support available from external sources before applying to the University's Financial Assistance Funds.

24 Mar 2015: The University requires that, before admission, all students on Medicine and PGCE courses undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service records (DBS) check. With effect from Michaelmas 2024 entry, Veterinary students no longer require a Disclosure and

4 Nov 2014: This section has information on applying for and undertaking examination for postgraduate higher degrees. Higher Doctorates Bachelor of Divinity PhD under Special Regulations