The University of Cambridge is known globally for its contributions to society through education, research, and innovation. With courses, certificates, and degree programs from Cambridge on edX, you can learn how to make a difference alongside a worldwide community of change-makers.

Make an impact in your career and cultivate a lifelong love of learning. Explore the University of Cambridge’s online education programs, and enroll today on edX.

A legacy of innovation

History

Founded by scholars in 1209, the University of Cambridge is the fourth-oldest university in the world — and one of the most impactful in history. Its mission is “to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning, and research at the highest international levels of excellence.”

Alumni

With over 300,000 living alumni in 142 countries, Cambridge has been a premier launchpad for cultural and scientific innovators for over eight centuries. It has produced 125 Nobel Prize Laureates, 47 Heads of State, and 217 Olympic medallists among its alumni and affiliates.

Notable Cambridge alumni include:

Charles Darwin
Alan Turing
Sylvia Plath
Hugh Laurie
Stephen Hawking
Emma Thompson

Research

Research from the University of Cambridge has contributed to significant societal transformations, including pioneering in vitro fertilization (IVF), developing artificial intelligence and machine learning, and advancing stem cell research. The institution also partners with influential businesses to drive innovation through research and education.

Targeted learning for change-makers

The University of Cambridge has 31 constituent colleges, founded between the 13th and 20th centuries, with over 20,000 students and 12,000 professors. The constituent colleges are self-governed charities with their own endowments, admissions, and communities.

The University of Cambridge also offers targeted learning opportunities to students worldwide on edX. These courses provide the same rigor and commitment as their on-campus counterparts but allow students to study from anywhere, even on a busy schedule.

The University of Cambridge on edX

Jesus College Jesus College is one of Cambridge’s oldest colleges. Its mission is to create an environment that supports academic excellence.

The Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) Founded in 1988, CISL guides business leaders to prioritize environmental sustainability through education and research.

University of Cambridge Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) Cambridge’s largest and longest-standing provider of part-time education. PACE provides flexible, accessible Cambridge education to all kinds of adult learners.

Together, we can be extraordinary

Cambridge aims to enrich society through education. By collaborating with edX, the university enables learners from all over the globe to benefit from its passion for knowledge and discovery.

On edX, Cambridge offers different types of online courses and programs, all tailored to suit your personal and professional goals:

If… You’re a business executive who wants to guide your company toward a sustainable future, CISL’s Leading Sustainability: High Impact Leadership. Then take… CISL’s Leading Sustainability: High Impact Leadership.

If… You’re hoping to be promoted and want to better understand the financial side of your business, University of Cambridge: Finance for Non-Finance Professionals. Then take… University of Cambridge: Finance for Non-Finance Professionals.

If… You’re a manager who wants to learn how to maintain a psychologically safe work environment, Jesus College: Managing Conflict and Polarization in the Workplace and Beyond. Then take… Jesus College: Managing Conflict and Polarization in the Workplace and Beyond.

“Taking this course from Cambridge — which is undeniably rigorous — was an amazing validation for me on my own learning journey, that I was going in the right direction.” — Arizona Muse | London, England | CISL

“We had to adapt or die. We thrived with good leadership, innovation, and fast decision-making — all skills I learned through the University of Cambridge.” — Hanlie Linde | Bergrivier Municipality, South Africa | University of Cambridge: High Impact Leadership

"This short course has provided me with the perfect opportunity to understand the specific challenges, opportunities, and innovations that exist in the finance sector. The course also importantly focuses on the personal leadership qualities required to lead what can often feel like daunting organizational changes. The interactive approach of learning, supported by the invaluable ability to network with peers and learn from each other in a 'safe space,' is something I will continue to treasure and call upon." — Paul W. | Director, Supply Chain Sustainability | CISL Sustainability Finance