Lee Library

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.

  • Undergraduates on the front lawn

    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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Bulb Trail

12/05/2025 at 12.00

The late spring bulbs are now in full bloom - use our new Bulb Trail map to discover where they’re located!

A black sign mounted against a brick pillar in a garden displays a whimsical poem about a skeleton holding a bluebell in its hollow chest.

Poetry Trail

12/05/2025 at 12.00

Explore our new trail featuring extracts of poetry written by Wolfson members for the forthcoming WolfWords anthology.

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Professor Lloyd Peck: “Life in Antarctic seas: the unexpected, the unbelievable and the bizarre”

16/05/2025 at 17.45

Dive into the mysterious world of Antarctica's Southern Ocean, where 20,000 species of marine life have evolved extraordinary adaptations to thrive in Antarctica’s icy waters over millions of years.

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Art Exhibition: Wolfson at 60

17/05/2025 at 10.00

Celebrating Wolfson’s 60th anniversary year, this exhibition highlights the range of  artistic disciplines and styles that have made up our exhibitions over the years.

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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.