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.

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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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Art Exhibition: 'Life and Experience'

08/11/2025 at 10.00

Visit Wolfson's latest exhibition 'Life and Experience' featuring work by contemporary artist Janette Parris.

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WES Workshop: Building Founding Teams

10/11/2025 at 17.30

Energise your idea by learning how to collaborate effectively with your team members.

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Nobel Prize Contest and Talks

10/11/2025 at 18.00

Enter your favourites for the 2025 Nobel Prize winners pool, and join us to celebrate this year’s surprising, world-changing discoveries with fun, competition, and lively discussion.

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Michaelmas College Service

11/11/2025 at 18.15

Wolfson's termly College Service led by our ecumenical Chaplaincy Team.

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Careers & Hot Chocolate

12/11/2025 at 14.00

Meet members of the University Careers Services over a cup of hot chocolate to talk about any aspect of career planning and applying for further study.

News

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.