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Meet the world at Wolfson

Come and study with unrivalled academic support and pastoral care, joining an international, egalitarian, and inclusive community of scholars from Cambridge and across the world.

  • Wolfson Community

    Our community

     

    Wolfson is a lively and welcoming place, with an engaged student community and a wide-ranging programme of events from live concerts to academic lectures to weekly welfare tea. Our Porters are the friendliest in Cambridge and our Howler comedy nights are legendary. We host visiting academics from all over the world and – with no high table and social spaces shared by all – you will be stimulated culturally, socially and intellectually.

  • Lee Library

    Teaching and learning

    We are the College of choice for world-class postgraduates, mature undergraduates and returning learners. We offer excellence in teaching and support through a cohort of outstanding supervisors and Directors of Studies who allow every member of College to realise their full potential. Our active and engaged Fellowship underpins and enhances the College experience, providing mentorship and guidance both academically and professionally.

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    Undergraduate study

    Study at a unique Cambridge College for undergraduates aged 21+ who have curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make an impact. Find information about applying to study as a mature undergraduate at Wolfson.

     

  • Postgraduate students at Wolfson

    Postgraduate study

    Join a thriving community of postgraduate scholars from around the world. At Wolfson, you'll be part of an egalitarian environment where you'll mix with dynamic Fellows, inspiring academic visitors, and mature students from 96 different countries.  

    Find information about applying for postgraduate study at Wolfson.

Our diversity helps foster new perspectives and new insights in every field of scholarship.

What's on

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Postgraduate Research Soirée

24/05/2024 at 17.45

Join Wolfson postgraduate students as they talk about their research in an informal evening of interesting presentations and friendly discussion – complete with wine and cheese! 

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Show me your bowl and I’ll tell you who you are

28/05/2024 at 17.30

How can material culture be used to reconstruct ancient human stories?

Abstract marble sculpture with interconnected shapes and voids, displayed on a black pedestal against a draped white background.

Sculpture unveiling: Essay on Reticulations

28/05/2024 at 18.30

Join us for the unveiling of Essay on Reticulations, a new sculptural work at Wolfson College.

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WolfWorks: Writing for Publication

01/06/2024 at 10.00

Thinking about submitting an article to a journal,  a chapter for publication in an edited volume, or turning your PhD thesis into a book?

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Filmmaking for Transformative Research: Capturing Insights into Educational Change through Documentaries in Brazil and Beyond

04/06/2024 at 17.30

How can documentary filmmaking enhance research on reform and innovation, and what are the challenges and opportunities in using film to capture and convey complex educational changes?

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We aim to offer every member of our international community of scholars the opportunity to fulfil their potential and transform society for the good of all.