What is AIM PhD?
AIM PhD is a 6-month, online programme to help applicants from underrepresented groups with their application to doctoral study at the University of Cambridge.
The programme is only available to those who register as home students.
What to expect
Over the course of the programme, you'll receive personalised support from admissions staff and students who have been through the application process themselves, giving you the confidence to make a competitive application to Cambridge.
Benefits include:
- 1-2-1 mentoring from a current PhD student in your faculty
- Learn about the application process from a peer with first-hand experience
- Attend group sessions with your cohort
- Hear more about life at Cambridge
- Find out what your intended department is looking for in a doctoral candidate
- Tips and tricks for boosting your application materials
At the start of the programme, you'll have the opportunity to visit the University of Cambridge for a day, where. Here, you'll get to meet your mentor in person, visit a College, and see the facilities that Cambridge has to offer.
Please note that the AIM PhD programme is entirely separate from your PhD application. Entry to this programme does not guarantee acceptance to your intended PhD course, and an unsuccessful application to AIM does not mean you will be unsuccessful in your PhD application. Spaces are limited and if you are unsuccessful it is no indication of your ability to study at Cambridge.
How to apply
Applications for the 2024 programme are now closed. If you’re interested in applying for a PhD at Cambridge in 2025 (to start in 2026) and think you’d benefit from this programme, please register your interest for the 2025 AIM PhD programme.
Further information
If you have any questions or need any assistance with your application to the programme, please get in touch with us at aim@postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk.