Choosing a subject
Subject choice is the most important part of a university application. Not sure what to study? Explore here!
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What subjects can I choose from?
The University of Cambridge offers over 30 undergraduate courses. You can study any of these courses at King's apart from Education, Land Economy, and Veterinary Medicine. With so many subjects to choose from, some of which you might not have had the chance to study before, it can be difficult to choose which course is right for you.
How do I choose a subject?
Your subject choice is personal, and only you can decide which is best for you. There are a few things that can be useful to keep in mind:
- What do I enjoy?
You'll be studying this subject for three years and maybe more, so it's important to choose a course that you will enjoy. This may be something you've studied before, or it might be a new subject that you can explore. Think about what you've enjoyed doing in the past and keep an open mind for new opportunities. - What am I good at?
Cambridge is a competitive-for-entry university, so we require students to achieve high grades. Considering your strengths and weaknesses can be useful in choosing what you'd like to study. - What are my qualifications?
Different courses have different entry requirements, and it's likely that your qualifications will be best suited to only a few subjects. Make sure that you will be a competitive applicant by checking your qualifications before you apply. - What career would I like in the future?
While most courses will prepare you for a wide variety of careers, there are some careers that require you to have studied particular degrees. Take a look at careers you might be interested in and think about how you can prepare.
Trying something new
Cambridge, like many other universities, offers subjects that you may never have studied, or may not even have heard of! While you probably already have subjects that you enjoy and are good at, university can also be the perfect time to explore something new. It's also important to remember that the same course may have different names at different universities, or a course with the same name may be quite different at different universities.
Why not try something new and explore some of the following subjects offered at King's - or take a look at our subjects page to find one that suits you?
- Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic: Medieval history, culture, language, and literature in the British Isles and Scandinavia
- Asian and Middle Eastern Studies: In-depth study of global languages, history, and culture, including a year abroad
- Design: A mix of architecture, engineering, and materials science that challenges you to think about issues in the built environment
- Human, Social, and Political Sciences: An interdisciplinary course including politics, international relations, sociology, and anthropology
- Natural Sciences: Allows you to study sciences across 14 different departments with the flexibility to make your own path
- Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion: Addresses fundamental human questions through philosophical and religious perspectives