Tripos

usgb/ˈtraɪpɑːs/
noun

Any of the examinations for a bachelor's degree at the University of Cambridge.

I am preparing for my Mathematics Tripos which will be held next month.
Visual representation of "tripos" - Any of the examinations for a bachelor's degree at the University of Cambridge.

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  • mathematics tripos
  • classical tripos

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Cambridge Exclusive

The term 'tripos' is specific to Cambridge University and not used by other institutions.

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After three years, she completed her tripos at Cambridge, not at any other university.
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Subject Specific

'Tripos' refers to exams in various subjects, typically mentioned before 'tripos'.

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He excelled in the physics tripos.
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Undergraduate Level

'Tripos' exams are taken for an undergraduate degree, not for masters or doctorate levels.

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She is studying for her final year tripos, aiming for her bachelor's degree.
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