In addition to your academic grades, you will also need to take the Cambridge Admissions Assessment (CAA), which is a written test that assesses your critical thinking, problem-solving and essay-writing skills. You will also need to submit a personal statement and references, and may be invited to an interview.
Here is a more detailed breakdown of the grades you need for different courses at Cambridge:
- Mathematics: A*AA - A*A*A
- Natural Sciences: A*AA - A*A*A
- Engineering: A*AA - A*A*A
- Computer Science: A*AA - A*A*A
- Economics: A*AA - A*A*A
- Law: A*AA - A*A*A
- Medicine: A*AA - A*A*A
- Classics: A*AA - A*A*A
- English: A*AA - A*A*A
- History: A*AA - A*A*A
- Modern Languages: A*AA - A*A*A
- Philosophy: A*AA - A*A*A
These are just general guidelines, and the actual grades you need may vary depending on the specific course and the competition in any given year. It is always best to check the individual course pages on the Cambridge University website for the most up-to-date information.