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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Open Call: WolfWords Poetry Anthology 2026

01/12/2025 at 09.00

We are delighted to announce the open call for this year’s WolfWords anthology. The theme for this year’s collection is 'lost and found'.

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Wolfson College Writing Retreat

23/01/2026 at 10.00

Join us in January for an extended retreat for planning, analysing, reading or writing.

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Art Exhibition: 'Life and Experience'

24/01/2026 at 10.00

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

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Commemorating the Sambista Perfeito: Arlindo Cruz’s funeral in Madureira, Rio de Janeiro

27/01/2026 at 17.30

How does the roda de samba function as a ritual, emotional, and spiritual practice in Rio de Janeiro?

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Stargazing

28/01/2026 at 20.00

Join the Wolfson Science Society for an evening under the stars!

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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.