Is Cambridge better than MIT?

In terms of a broad comparison of the universities: In terms of content, you tend to learn substantially more in-depth theory at Cambridge compared to MIT. That being said, MIT offers a broader range of options – and many MIT courses are primed to teach you the tools to use on the job.

Is Cambridge University good for maths?

Cambridge is, according to all major surveys, one of the top universities in the world. The Cambridge mathematics course is one of the very best mathematics courses in the UK. The fourth year of our mathematics course (called Part III) is world famous and a breeding ground for future leaders in mathematical research.

Is Cambridge good for engineering?

The REF2014 assessment of UK research showed that Cambridge has greatest concentration of world-leading Engineering research in the country and the best environment for Engineering research with a perfect score unrivalled by any other General Engineering submission.

Do you need further maths for Physics at Cambridge?

If you are taking A-levels, we require that you take Mathematics and Further Mathematics. If you are applying for Mathematics with Physics, many colleges will ask for A-level Physics. Beyond that, we suggest that you study what you enjoy most and feel you can do well.

Should I go to Oxford or Cambridge for maths?

The standard of maths you will be exposed to at Oxford and Cambridge is very similar, so if you can’t decide, you can always explore the cities, and base it on the location and atmosphere. Cambridge is smaller, more of a town than Oxford, while Oxford is busier city.

How many math majors does MIT have?

Undergraduate majors count

Course	Primary Majors	Total Majors
Mathematics, XVIII	214	289
Mathematics with Computer Science, XVIII-C	119	125
Physics, VIII	170	200
Total	797.5	938.5

Should I study physics at Oxford or Cambridge University?

At Oxford, students can study physics alone. At Cambridge, students study the natural sciences tripos. Typically, a ‘physics’ student will study: Whether that makes either university ‘better’ than the other really depends on the student’s viewpoint.

Is MIT really better than Harvard University?

As you can see here, rankings for Harvard University vs MIT really are incredibly close, so much so that you can’t argue one school is “better” based on rankings alone. In addition to national rankings, we looked at Niche grades, which are grades (A+ to F) given by real students who attended the universities.

What is MIT known for?

Founded in 1861, MIT focuses mainly on science, engineering, and technology, with the mission of encouraging research, discovery, and innovation.

What is the population of MIT Cambridge?

Cambridge has a total population of about 100,000 people, including several thousand students at MIT and Harvard. The MIT campus lies southeast of Harvard’s main campus (Harvard’s two other campuses can be found south of the Charles River in Allston and Longwood).