What is Cambridge University known for?

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    Anshika Gupta | Contributor-Level 9

    11 months ago

    The university quickly established itself as a global leader in the study of mathematics. The university's examination in mathematics, known as the Mathematical Tripos, was initially compulsory for all undergraduates studying for the Bachelor of Arts degree, the most common degree first offered at Cambridge.From the time of Isaac Newton in the late 17th century until the mid-19th century, the university maintained an especially strong emphasis on applied mathematics, and especially mathematical physics. Students awarded first class honours after completing the mathematics Tripos exam are called wranglers, and the top student among them

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    Piyush Kohli | Contributor-Level 10

    10 months ago

    Cambridge’s high university and course ranking has maintained its reputation over the years. University of Cambridge is known for academic excellence and traditional scholarly values. It is counted among the top universities in the world for teaching, research, and international outlook. Its alumni base includes great scientists, leaders, politicians, authors, sportsperson, etc. Cambridge University’s research has a global impact in all the continents, across more than 100 countries. In addition, the career outcome rate of University of Cambridge is as high as 93%. Students looking for a rock-solid academic base and a

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