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About Us

Cambridge Assessment is the University's international exams group. We have three exam boards – University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL), and OCR.  We are a not-for-profit organisation.

Learn about Cambridge Assessment


Our Heritage: The University of Cambridge

We were established in 1858 by the University of Cambridge. View the timeline which gives our history; our heritage and shows how we have evolved.



Our People

View photographs and biographies of some of the key people in Cambridge Assessment. This section provides information on the corporate board and the University Syndicate which governs our activities.



Our Structure

See how the Group fits together.  We have three exam boards and an Assessment, Research and Development department which provides research, admissions tests and special testing and professional development.



Philosophy & Values

This section explains what is important to us. Our purpose is to enhance education through assessment worldwide.  We do this by providing fair, valid and reliable assessments that encourage personal development by recognising achievement.