Cambridge University Malaysia Society - CUMaS Application Handbook - Guiding your Cambridge Application

Sep 18, 2026

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Cambridge University Malaysia Society (CUMaS) application handbook provides guidance for students applying to the University of Cambridge. It introduces Cambridge’s collegiate system and structure, explains CUMaS’s community and term-time activities, and outlines first steps such as researching colleges, completing UCAS application components, and understanding admission tests. The handbook also covers personal statement preparation, admission tests, interviews, campus life, and key deadlines, supported by outreach initiatives and resource recommendations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages46

Reading Time1 h 56 min

AccessFree to download

Foreword by CUMaS President

Introduction to Cambridge

Introduction to CUMaS

First Steps to Cambridge

Choosing your College

Personal Statement Guidance

Admission Test Guide

The Interview

Life in Cambridge

Great Expectations

Realistic Day in the Life

Important Deadlines

Resource Bank

CUMaS Cambridge University Malaysia Society CUMaS Application Handbook Guiding your Cambridge Application Membimbing Permohonan Kembrij anda @Cambridge University Malaysia Society Website: [https://www. cumas. org](https://www. cumas. org) @ cumas94 @CUMalaysiaSoc Table of Contents Jadual Kandungan | PAGE | CONTENT | | --- | --- | | 3 | Foreword by CUMaS President | | 4 | Introduction to Cambridge | | 5 | Introduction to CUMaS | | 6 | First Steps to Cambridge | | 7 | Choosing your College | | 11 | Personal Statement Guidance | | 12 | Admission Test Guide | | 18 | The Interview | | 33 | Life in Cambridge | | 38 | Great Expectations | | 40 | Realistic Day in the Life | | 43 | Important Deadlines | | 44 | Resource Bank | Foreword By Rameeya Ganesan (CUMaS President 2025/26) Dear reader, I know I’m not alone in feeling that the most daunting part of applying to university is the beginning, where you’re not quite sure where to start, what to do, or how to deduce whether the universities you want to apply to are the right fit for you . Although preparing for this new chapter of your lives does come with its challenges, the right resources can definitely make the journey much easier and more enjoyable . That’s where this handbook comes in! The Cambridge University Malaysia Society (CUMaS) has carefully curated this guide for those applying to Cambridge University, abound with all kinds of key information we wish we had when applying. To give you a brief overview of our society, we’re a tight-knit community of Malaysian students dedicated to supporting, and organizing events for Malaysian students at Cambridge, as well as those aspiring to join us . Together, we aim to create a space for Malaysians to grow, learn, and thrive with one another . In this handbook, you’ll find all kinds of helpful information, such as the application stages for various courses, personal experiences from successful applicants, and so on . If you have any lingering questions, please do not hesitate to contact us over email or on social media . We hope this guide will serve you well, and we look forward to seeing you around on campus in the future! Introduction to Cambridge Pengenalan kepada Kembrij The University of Cambridge comprises 31 constituent colleges, over 100 departments, 8 museums, over 100 libraries—including the main university library, a botanical garden, a sports centre and much more . Although the campus may sound large, Cambridge is actually a very bikeable town . The departments are where lectures and labs (if any) are held, whereas the colleges provide: student accommodation, meals, social support from various staff, and academic support such as supervisions . In supervisions: a small group of students ( 2-4) get the opportunity to discuss question sheets to a college supervisor of a specific module—similar to a private tuition setting. Apart from the small-group supervisions and collegiate system exclusive to Cambridge and Oxford, Cambridge is mostly known for its 816 year old history, strong academic reputation, Harry Potter-styled buildings and famous alumni. Cambridge’s famous alumni include: Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, John Maynard Keynes, Xu Zhimo, Tunku Abdul Rahman, Ramanujan and many others . In general, Cambridge is a charming and historical student town that is more than a hub for innovation and academic excellence . Introduction to CUMaS Pengenalan kepada CUMaS During term time, one of our main focuses is to support the welfare of our members —usually through using the power of food! Throughout the term, we celebrate cultural festivals like Hari Raya, Deepavali and Chinese New Year. Besides this, we host flagship events like the end of year Garden Party for leavers, Malaysian Food Festival (a buffet of delicious Malaysian Food) and MNight (a celebration of all things Malaysian) . Additionally, we hold regular social events like the Pizza Social, Dino Swap and the R

FAQs

What is the role of CUMaS in the handbook and for applicants?

CUMaS curates the handbook to guide applicants and shares practical information and supportive community experiences. It also runs outreach programmes, mock interviews, and resources during application season.

What are the first steps recommended for applying to Cambridge?

The handbook advises researching courses and colleges, then registering and completing the UCAS application form. It also highlights the personal statement and the reference, followed by planning for admission tests with relevant pre-registration deadlines.

Which admission tests are mentioned for different subject areas?

It lists LNAT for Law, TMUA for Computer Science and Economics, UCAT for Medicine, and ESAT for Chem-Eng, Engineering, Natural Sciences, and Veterinary-related areas.

Sep 18, 2026

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