Research spotlight
By linking millions of census records across decades, researchers are turning static snapshots of Victorian Britain into dynamic life histories
Cambridge to Careers
Where a humanities and social sciences degree can take you
Amina Chowdhury studied French and History. Her job is to lobby government to improve skills policy for learners and small businesses.
Saying yes to opportunities during his degree helped Stefan Wilkinson-Hill become a radio reporter and presenter – and stay connected to his northern roots.
Abigail Williams' experience engaging with outreach at Cambridge and beyond has led to PhD study and a mission to support those facing educational disadvantages.
Inside the restoration of the Stirling Building
Behind the scenes of a once-in-a-generation effort to revive a modernist icon and Cambridge’s History Faculty
Addressing urgent questions at the heart of modern society
Hear from our researchers connecting across disciplines
How could the rise of artificial intelligence affect our lives and what's at stake as we consider how to take advantage of the opportunities it presents?
Fair and effective responses to the climate crisis require not only scientific expertise but also a deep understanding of human behaviour and societal transformation
Past actions leave a legacy of attitudes, behaviours and structures with lasting generational impact. How can we foster dialogue, reflection and action for a fairer future?
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Legacies of Enslavement special initiative
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News
17 Mar 2026
Professor Laura Díaz Anadón appointed to the UK’s Climate Change Committee
23 Feb 2026
Prime Minister of Ireland in Cambridge to announce first Childers Professor of Irish History
11 Sep 2025
University of Cambridge to lead a new Early Career Researcher Network for the East of England
3 Sep 2025
Applications for CamPo research and exchange schemes opening 15 September
3 Jul 2025
Professor Manali Desai appointed new Head of the School of the Humanities and Social Sciences
24 Jun 2025
Trinity Cambridge Research Studentships to support five postgraduates in the humanities and social sciences
Opportunities for research funding and support
Our schemes offering funding for research activity
CAM-DTP is a consortium of universities in the region, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council, which offers 32 doctoral studentships each year
A partnership with Sciences Po Paris, offering support for collaborative research and exchange programmes
Research fellowships in the areas of finance, financial institutions, micro and macro-economics, and public policy issues relating to financial markets