The University of Cambridge is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, founded in 1209. Located in the historic town of Cambridge, England, it consists of 31 colleges and over 150 departments, faculties, schools, and other institutions. The university is known for its academic excellence and groundbreaking research across a wide range of subjects, including science, technology, medicine, humanities, and social sciences. Notable alumni and faculty include Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking, Emma Thompson, and numerous Nobel laureates.