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Choosing a College
How do I choose a College? is one of the most frequently-asked questions we receive but as everyones different theres no single answer. It depends on you, and what youre looking for. The individual entries within this section (p99127) introduce each College and give you an idea of what they have to offer. When choosing a College, we suggest that you take the following into account: course most Colleges take students in all subjects, but there are some that dont selection procedures admissions criteria are similar for all Colleges. However, there can be small differences in requirements and in arrangements before and at interview. Please see our website for more details your age four Colleges are exclusively for mature students (see p267), and their facilities are geared accordingly your gender three Colleges are exclusively for female students College size (number of students), location and type of buildings particular facilities

Making an open application

If, having looked at the different Colleges, you dont mind which you attend, you could make an open application rather than trying to choose. After the closing date (15 October), a computer program randomly allocates each open application to a College. Applicants from the UK/EU are allocated to Colleges which happen in that year to have had fewer applications per place in the subject than the Colleges generally. Applicants from outside the EU are evenly distributed across Colleges in each subject. Once allocated to a College, your application will be treated exactly the same as any other application to that College, and for equally well-qualified applicants, making an open application or applying directly to a College makes no difference to your chances of being made an offer. If you decide to make an open application, you should select 9 as the campus code on your UCAS application. If youre an applicant with unusual qualifications (eg a non-standard choice of A Levels for your subject), a mobility and/or sensory impairment, or need specific advice, then its advisable to approach an individual College at an early stage, rather than make an open application. Before you submit an open application, be sure that youll be quite happy whatever the outcome: we cant change it once its done. Further information about where your College or open application choice fits into the application process can be found on p1305.

Once youve read the College profiles, consider making a shortlist of around half a dozen, then look at their websites or contact them to request a copy of their College brochure. Staff in College admissions offices will be pleased to answer any questions you may then have. You may also wish to visit a few Colleges so you can meet current students and see for yourself what it might be like to live and study there. Dont agonise too long over choosing a College. They have many more similarities than differences, and most students quickly settle in and really enjoy their College, wherever they end up! Each year around 700 applicants receive an offer through the pool system (see p134) from a different College to the one they originally applied to. This is about 20 per cent of all offers made.

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Once youve decided we oer a course and the approach to study that youd like to take, you need to consider College choice. You can either choose a College yourself or you can make an open application, and accept the random allocation made by a computer program. In both cases, your UCAS application will be sent to a College, and that College will assess it.

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How NOT to choose a College

Alongside the suggestions on the previous page, you should be aware of some misconceptions that exist about ways of choosing a College.

rather admit a strong applicant from the pool than a weaker applicant who applied directly to them.

Age of the College

Cambridge Colleges range in age from over 700 to 30 years. No matter how old or young a College is, itll have its own traditions and history. Itll provide the facilities that youd expect to find together with high quality supervision and support. In other words, the age of the College doesnt affect the quality of your student experience.

Travelling time
Its worth remembering that Cambridge is a very compact city and that all the Colleges and departments are accessible either by foot, bike or bus; so wherever you are, getting between your College and your department isnt going to be difficult.

Application statistics
Many applicants think choosing a College that attracts fewer applications or making an open application will increase their chance of getting an offer. However, analysis of our admissions statistics shows that, for equally well-qualified applicants, College or open application choice doesnt affect the chance of being offered a place. This is because we have rigorous procedures in place to compare all applicants for each subject before selection decisions are finalised. Strong applicants whove been squeezed out by the competition at their original College can be made an offer by another College through the pool (see p134). Colleges would

Discounting single-sex Colleges

There are many misconceptions about single-sex Colleges. University teaching, such as lectures, practicals and seminars, is mixed and attended by students from all Colleges, and male friends are welcome in the womens Colleges at all times. Women may apply to any College but the womens Colleges are able to provide an environment focused entirely on the needs and expectations of female students.

Specialisms of College Fellows

Contrary to what some people believe, the research specialisms of a Colleges Fellows wont dictate what you can study. If a Fellow of your College is an expert in the aspects of the course youve chosen, you may be supervised by them. However, if you want to study a different area, arrangements will be made for you to be supervised by an expert in that area at another College. Teaching is a level playing field across the University and is not determined by the College you attend.

College contact details

UCAS campus code A B C Z D E F G Y H 7 J K L M O N P U Q R S I X V 3 T 4 W College Christs Churchill Clare Corpus Christi Downing Emmanuel Fitzwilliam Girton Gonville and Caius Homerton Hughes Hall Jesus Kings Lucy Cavendish Magdalene Murray Edwards Newnham Pembroke Peterhouse Queens Robinson St Catharines St Edmunds St Johns Selwyn Sidney Sussex Trinity Trinity Hall Wolfson Email admissions@christs.cam.ac.uk admissions@chu.cam.ac.uk admissions@clare.cam.ac.uk admissions@corpus.cam.ac.uk admissions@dow.cam.ac.uk admissions@emma.cam.ac.uk admissions@fitz.cam.ac.uk admissions@girton.cam.ac.uk admissions@cai.cam.ac.uk admissions@homerton.cam.ac.uk admissions@hughes.cam.ac.uk undergraduate-admissions@jesus.cam.ac.uk undergraduate.admissions@kings.cam.ac.uk lcc-admissions@lists.cam.ac.uk admissions@magd.cam.ac.uk admissions@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk admissions@newn.cam.ac.uk adm@pem.cam.ac.uk admissions@pet.cam.ac.uk admissions@queens.cam.ac.uk apply@robinson.cam.ac.uk undergraduate.admissions@caths.cam.ac.uk admissions@st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk admissions@joh.cam.ac.uk admissions@sel.cam.ac.uk admissions@sid.cam.ac.uk admissions@trin.cam.ac.uk admissions@trinhall.cam.ac.uk ugadministrator@wolfson.cam.ac.uk Telephone (01223) 763983 336202 333246 338056 334826 334290 332030 338972 332440 747252 334897 339455 331255 330280 332135 762229 335783 338154 338223 335540 339143 338319 336086 338703 335896 338872 338422 332535 335918 Website www.christs.cam.ac.uk www.chu.cam.ac.uk www.clare.cam.ac.uk www.corpus.cam.ac.uk www.dow.cam.ac.uk www.emma.cam.ac.uk www.fitz.cam.ac.uk www.girton.cam.ac.uk www.cai.cam.ac.uk www.homerton.cam.ac.uk www.hughes.cam.ac.uk www.jesus.cam.ac.uk www.kings.cam.ac.uk www.lucy-cav.cam.ac.uk www.magd.cam.ac.uk www.murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk www.newn.cam.ac.uk www.pem.cam.ac.uk www.pet.cam.ac.uk www.queens.cam.ac.uk www.robinson.cam.ac.uk www.caths.cam.ac.uk www.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk www.joh.cam.ac.uk www.sel.cam.ac.uk www.sid.cam.ac.uk www.trin.cam.ac.uk www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk www.wolfson.cam.ac.uk

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Christs College
www.christs.cam.ac.uk/admissions/ At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 763983 Switchboard 01223 334900 Fax 01223 334967 Email admissions@christs.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 420 undergraduates, 170 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 22 February, 15 March, 6 July, 27 September Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code A Location St Andrews Street Cambridge CB2 3BU Map reference 1

Christs is the College of John Milton and Charles Darwin and has a distinguished tradition of scholarship and academic excellence. The atmosphere is a blend of traditional and modern; as befits a College founded 500 years ago by Lady Margaret Beaufort, mother of Henry VII, but situated at the heart of a bustling city. The College is small enough to be friendly and personal, yet large enough for everyone to be able to find friends with similar interests. Our students come from all over the world and from all types of schools and social backgrounds. There is no typical Christs student: everyone can feel at home here. At Christs we aim to provide the very best teaching and pastoral support. Our students have an outstanding record of academic achievement. While we particularly encourage applications from schools and areas with little tradition of applying to Cambridge, our admissions decisions and offers are based solely on academic merit and potential. After interview, some very highly rated applicants receive an easy offer that takes their academic potential and individual circumstances into account. Our courts and gardens are spacious, calm and beautiful. We can offer comfortable accommodation to all undergraduates, either in College or nearby in College-owned houses for the entire three (or four) years of

Facilities for both academic study and extracurricular activities are excellent: the library is open 24 hours a day and has wi-fi, theres a newly refurbished theatre, a visual arts centre, fitness suite, swimming pool, squash court and much more. The well-equipped boathouse and sports grounds, with an allweather hockey pitch, are both located nearby. Our students take full advantage of these facilities, with successful mens and womens teams for football, hockey, rowing and many other sports. There are also very active theatre and film societies, as well as a flourishing music scene and a wide range of other student-run clubs and activities. Why not visit our website for more information? And dont forget to look at our students own website at: www.thejcr.co.uk. Alternatively, please get in touch with the Schools Liaison Officer (access@christs.cam.ac.uk) if you would like to arrange a visit to your school, or a group trip to Cambridge.

From the moment I stepped in Christs felt like home; I just got a good feeling about it! The College is a fantastic community, Ive made so many friends and cant think of anywhere Id rather live and study.
Emmie

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Master Professor F P Kelly Senior Tutor Dr Robert Hunt Director of Admissions Mrs Paula Stirling Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr R C Love Archaeology & Anthropology Dr S B Bayly Architecture Dr F Hernndez Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr Q Kan Chemical Engineering Mr R L Skelton Classics Professor D N Sedley Computer Science Dr M P Fiore Economics Dr A W A Peterson Education Mr J G A Raffan Engineering Dr E Punskaya English Dr D L Wakelin Geography Dr N S Arnold History Dr S F Howard History of Art Miss J A Munro Land Economy Dr J S L McCombie Law Ms S L Steele Linguistics Dr B Vaux Management Studies Dr M de Rond Manufacturing Engineering Professor W J Fitzgerald Mathematics Dr R E Hunt Medicine Professor J M Edwardson (Pre-Clinical), Professor J H Gillard (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr M Rigaud-Drayton Music Professor D E Rowland Natural Sciences Dr T Monie (Biological), Dr A T Winter (Physical) Philosophy Dr F C C Sheffield Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr D Bell Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend C M Woods external Director of Studies

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their course. All student rooms have internet connections, many have recently been renovated and upgraded and 40 per cent are en suite. We have three rooms specially equipped for disabled students.

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Churchill College
www.chu.cam.ac.uk

Churchill College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 336202 Switchboard 01223 336000 Fax 01223 336180 Email admissions@chu.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Land Economy, and Theology and Religious Studies. Student numbers 455 undergraduates, 275 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 15 April, 7 July, 8 July, 23 September Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code B Location Storeys Way Cambridge CB3 0DS Map reference 2

Churchill College was founded in 1958 as the national and Commonwealth memorial to Sir Winston Churchill celebrated wartime leader and Nobel Prize Winner for literature. Today it reflects both his interest in science and technology, and his personal stature as a visionary politician and man of letters. Churchill is uncommonly distinctive. We are probably best known for the high proportion of science students we admit. Those better acquainted with the College also know about the outstanding academic performance of our arts students who are in a minority but, in a large College, still very plentiful in number and our remarkable Archives Centre, which houses the papers of two of Britains most important Prime Ministers: Churchill himself and Margaret Thatcher. (In addition, it houses an example of one of Mrs Ts famous handbags.) Cambridge undergraduates know Churchill for its vibrant student life; particularly its Pav (a free, weekly student club night) and outstanding facilities. These include on-site playing fields, squash and tennis courts, a large gym, a theatre/cinema, a radio studio and state-of-the-art music facilities. The Colleges modernist architecture gives it a definite character and floods the place with light while retaining Cambridges traditional courts and staircases.

Another plus is our location, just outside the city centre (it takes less than 10 minutes to walk to the middle of Cambridge), and adjacent to the Universitys exciting West Cambridge science development. The University Library and arts departments are also nearby, so we are right at the centre of things as the University moves west. Undergraduates live within our vast leafy site (rather than in outer hostels). Accommodation is excellent: warm, bright and nearly 30 per cent en suite. Churchill is a very friendly, unfussy and open place. Youll hear a lot more talk of the future than of the past (unless youre an historian!). People are here to contribute, enjoy themselves and above all to excel intellectually both within the formal setting of learning and exams, and the informal one of subject societies and social gatherings. The College provides you with excellent teaching and guidance, plus the practical tools (an outstanding library, for instance); its then your job to forge your own exciting path through your subject. So, in admission, we strongly prioritise academic results, while actively encouraging students from a great diversity of backgrounds. To quote our students we peel away the bad bits about Cambridge and maintain all that is great about the University.

Churchills motto is Forward and this applies directly to the student experience. The College combines Cambridges unrivalled academic excellence with a less traditional atmosphere and world-class, modern facilities.
Gabe

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Master Professor Sir David Wallace Senior Tutor Mr Richard Partington Admissions Tutors Dr Colm Caulfield (Computer Science, Engineering and Mathematics) Dr Andrew Taylor (Arts) Dr Sally Boss (Geography, Natural Sciences, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr P Russel Archaeology & Anthropology Dr E DeMarrais Architecture Dr A Fair Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr B Yuan Chemical Engineering Professor M Kraft Classics Mr H Hurst Computer Science Dr J Fawcett Economics Mr N Knight Education Dr D Wyse Engineering Dr C Hicks English Dr A Taylor Geography Dr A Reid History Dr A Strathern History of Art Dr L Skrebowski Law Professor M Kramer Linguistics Mrs A King Management Studies Professor D Ralph Manufacturing Engineering Professor M Gregory Mathematics Dr P Russell Medicine Dr B Kingston (Pre-Clinical), Dr A Crisp (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Professor A Finch Music Dr D Mordey Natural Sciences Dr M Stevens (Biological), Dr M Miller (Physical) Philosophy Dr N Treanor Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr P van Houten Veterinary Medicine Dr B Kingston (Pre-Clinical), Dr M Holmes (Clinical) external Director of Studies

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Clare College
www.clare.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 333246 Switchboard 01223 333200 Fax 01223 333219 Email admissions@clare.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 512 undergraduates, 258 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website or contact the Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July Arts 23 September Sciences 24 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code C Location

Clare is a forward-looking College with a strong history of academic achievement and a reputation for a friendly, unpretentious student community. College life centres on the elegant seventeenth-century Old Court, set in beautiful gardens beside the river in the centre of Cambridge. Just across the river lies Memorial Court, where all first-year students are housed in some of the best accommodation in the University, most of it en suite. The Sidgwick Site, with most of the large arts faculties, is only five minutes walk away, as are the major science departments in the city centre. Clare students come from every type of school and from all over the world. We provide a supportive environment, in which students from all backgrounds can make the most of their academic potential. Staff and students work closely together to achieve this, and student representatives have voting rights on College committees. With its large and active teaching fellowship, Clare is the College for students who enjoy the intellectual challenge of hard work and want to stretch themselves to their fullest abilities. Clares social diversity means that its easy to make friends and develop interests. Our Politics Society regularly attracts top names (from the University and further afield); Clare Actors provides an excellent way to get

involved in top-quality student drama; and there are myriad other societies, to say nothing of the College sports teams. Clare has a strong musical tradition: the choir has achieved international acclaim, while the intimate atmosphere of the Chapel crypt (The Cellars) makes it a favourite venue for live music catering for a wide variety of tastes. Our twicetermly Comedy Nights regularly feature some of the best up-and-coming talent in British comedy, and give students a chance to take to the stage and try it for themselves. In assessing applications, the College looks for academic ability and intellectual potential, combined with enthusiasm and commitment to a chosen subject. We recognise that students come to us with very varied educational experiences, and so aim to assess every application in the light of individual circumstances. To find out more about Clare, our open days are good times to visit and meet our students and Fellows. Contact the Admissions Secretary or see the website for further information and a booking form. Open days fill up quickly, so its advisable to return your booking form well in advance. Alternatively, please contact the Schools Liaison Officer (schools@clare.cam.ac.uk) to arrange a visit to your school, or a group trip to the College.

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Clare has everything you could want from a College: great location, beautiful buildings, amazing gardens, loads of events and entertainment. But it also has that extra intangible positive quality that comes from a community of very open, friendly and interesting people. Its what really sets Clare apart.

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Master Professor A J Badger Senior Tutor Dr Patricia Fara Admissions Tutors Dr Kirsty Hughes (Arts) Dr Jonathan Goodman (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr F Edmonds Archaeology & Anthropology Dr M M Lahr Architecture Dr W Pullan Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr R M Harris Chemical Engineering Dr P Barrie Classics Dr C Weiss Computer Science Professor L Paulson Economics Dr P Faulkner Education Dr S Brindley Engineering Dr I Lestas English Dr G F Parker Geography Dr A Friend History Dr E Foyster History of Art Professor T Potts Land Economy Professor P Allmendinger Law Dr K Hughes Linguistics Dr K McDougall Management Studies Professor J Prabhu Mathematics Dr M Dunajski Medicine Dr P Fletcher Modern & Medieval Languages Dr A Holloway Music Dr M Frolova-Walker Natural Sciences Dr A Carter (Biological), Dr M Parish (Physical) Philosophy Dr T Lewens Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr H E Thompson Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend G Seach Veterinary Medicine Dr J Gibson

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Corpus Christi College

www.corpus.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338056 Switchboard 01223 338000 Fax 01223 338057 Email admissions@corpus.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Architecture, Economics, Education, Land Economy and Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 260 undergraduates, 220 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July, 16 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code Z Location Trumpington Street Cambridge CB2 1RH Map reference 4

Corpus Christi is one of the oldest Colleges in Cambridge, founded in 1352, and lies in the medieval heart of the town. The venerable and ultra-modern sit side by side in Corpus. The Parker Library holds one of the most precious collections of early English and Anglo-Saxon manuscripts in the world, whilst on the other side of the College site lie our new, state-of-the-art undergraduate library and student centre, completed in 2008. Our central location means that we are also within easy reach of University and faculty buildings and resources. At Corpus you will find yourself part of an intellectual community that is both stimulating and supportive. Our students come from a wide range of social and educational backgrounds and the College has a reputation for being unpretentious and cosmopolitan. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can achieve their potential, and where hard work and success are highly valued. This not only means providing the necessary academic resources such as well-stocked libraries, computing facilities and excellent teaching, but also pastoral support when needed.

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Corpus has a lively and well supported social, sporting and cultural life, which includes a dynamic music scene, a flourishing Chapel choir, and regular productions at our student-run studio theatre, The Corpus Playroom. Our boathouse and sports facilities are also close to the College. As a Corpus undergraduate you would be accommodated for at least the first three years in single-occupancy rooms in, or close to, the main College buildings (some en suite rooms are available in our Beldam Building). We are keen to hear from anyone who has a real interest in their subject and the potential to succeed at Cambridge. If you are unable to attend one of our open days, please contact our Admissions Office to arrange a visit. Our Admissions Administrator will be happy to answer enquiries and show you round the College. We also have a small, dedicated team of undergraduates supporting our access and admissions activities who can give you a students view of life at Corpus. If your school or college would like us to talk to prospective applicants and their teachers, our Schools Liaison Officer or Admissions Tutor would be happy to arrange a visit.

Its the friendships you make at Corpus which make it special. Because its small, you soon find youre part of the family a family which works hard but knows how to let its hair down!
Megan

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Master Mr Stuart Laing Senior Tutor Dr Marina Frasca-Spada Admissions Tutor Dr Melanie Taylor Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr E Boyle Archaeology & Anthropology Professor W McGrew Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr B Kushner Chemical Engineering Dr S Rough Classics Dr C Kelly Computer Science Dr D Greaves Engineering Dr K Seffen English Ms S Cain Geography Dr P Howell History Dr S Kapila History of Art Dr D Oldfield Law Dr N E Simmonds Linguistics Dr T Biberauer Management Studies Dr P Kattuman Manufacturing Engineering Dr R McMahon Mathematics Dr C Brookes Medicine Professor C J Howe Modern & Medieval Languages Dr A Weisl-Shaw Music Dr R F Davis Natural Sciences Dr D Aldridge (Biological), Dr P Beattie (Physical) Philosophy Dr J Warren Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr J Foster Theology & Religious Studies Dr A Williams external Director of Studies

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Downing College
www.dow.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 334826 Switchboard 01223 334800 Fax 01223 760896 Email admissions@dow.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 426 undergraduates, 285 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website or contact the Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 7 May, 31 August, 9 September, 16 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code D Location Regent Street Cambridge CB2 1DQ Map reference 5

Founded in 1800, Downing is both the newest of the old Colleges and the oldest of the new. The academic standards here are high and there are outstanding opportunities for students to fulfil their scholarly potential. We take academic study and research extremely seriously and strive to provide a friendly and supportive environment in which our students can flourish, both intellectually and personally. The pastoral support available is second to none, the accommodation is excellent, and there are many opportunities to participate in cultural, sporting and social activities. Although in close proximity to many University faculties and departments, the Colleges tranquility and spaciousness are immediately apparent as you walk through the main gates. The beautiful Neo-Classical buildings, set in a landscape of lawns, trees and gardens, form a calming oasis in the middle of a busy city. Accommodation is of a very high standard: all rooms are single occupancy, with internet connections, and are on or adjacent to the College site. Over half the rooms have en suite facilities, and several are adapted for students with mobility difficulties or hearing impairment. Downing offers accommodation to all undergraduates for at least three years. The College has an excellent up-to-date library with impressive IT facilities. Theres also a computer room, which is open 24 hours a day, and wireless hotspots are dotted around the College.

Music at Downing is very strong with a flourishing Chapel choir and frequent recitals. We have music practice rooms and a newly built theatre which provides an excellent venue for drama, music and exhibitions. Downing has exceptional sporting facilities, including a sports ground, a well-equipped boathouse and a gym, as well as tennis and basketball/netball courts. The large, tree-lined Paddock is available for all to enjoy, and provides a space for recreational sports, reading or just relaxing. In terms of student numbers, Downing is a medium-sized College with an academic community comprising students studying all subjects offered at Cambridge. Nonetheless, its small enough to provide a friendly and sociable environment. We are steadfastly opposed to discriminating in favour of any kind of applicant. We welcome talented and committed students irrespective of family background, school type, gender, ethnicity, sexuality or religion. Downing welcomes applications from all who have the academic capability and perceived potential to make the most of the opportunities that Cambridge and Downing have to offer. Visit us on one of our open days to tour the College and to meet students and Fellows. Our website provides information and a booking form.

Wide open spaces, beautiful buildings, great accommodation, fantastic facilities, a lively and friendly student body and a worldclass education. What more could you ask for?
Dan

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Master Professor Barry Everitt Senior Tutor Professor Graham Virgo Admissions Tutors Dr Paul Millett (Arts) Dr Guy Williams (Sciences) Dr Marcus Tomalin (Assistant) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr D Pratt Archaeology & Anthropology Dr J Stock Architecture Dr F Hernndez Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr B Steger Chemical Engineering Dr K Yunus Classics Dr R Omitowoju Computer Science Dr R Harle Economics Mr N Allington Education Mr J Raffan Engineering Dr L Xu English Dr S Mukherji Geography Dr A Ramadan History Dr D Pratt History of Art Dr F Salmon Land Economy Dr J McCombie Law Professor G Virgo Linguistics Dr A Ledgeway Management Studies Dr J Trevor Mathematics Dr A Pesci Medicine Dr N Coleman Modern & Medieval Languages Dr I James Music Dr D Irving Natural Sciences Dr A Milton (Biological), Dr Z Barber (Physical) Philosophy Dr M Tomalin Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr H Wydra Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend K Eyeons Veterinary Medicine Mrs J Pearson external Director of Studies

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Emmanuel College
www.emma.cam.ac.uk

Emmanuel College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 334290 Switchboard 01223 334200 Fax 01223 762073 Email admissions@emma.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Land Economy and the combinations of Education with Biological Sciences, English and Drama, and Physical Sciences. Student numbers 473 undergraduates, 170 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 14 May (afternoon only), 28 June, 28 September (afternoon only) Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code E Location St Andrews Street Cambridge CB2 3AP Map reference 6

The reputation of Emmanuel as the friendly College has continued to grow over the past decade. This reputation, like the Colleges excellent record of academic achievement, is primarily due to our students. It is they who continue to excel in their exams, their sport and their music, while still finding time to enjoy an active and inclusive social life. The College provides the framework excellent facilities for sport, computing and music, superb teachers, a library with one of the best reading rooms in Cambridge, a studentrun bar etc but the students do the rest. Emmanuel is a community that lives by principles of tolerance, mutual support and collective responsibility. There is no place at Emmanuel for discrimination on the grounds of colour, race or creed, political or social background, gender or sexuality. Our site is not ideal for all forms of disability but we welcome early discussion with disabled students to see whether what we can offer is attractive to and workable for them. Emmanuel is first and foremost an intellectual community in which individuals can develop to their full potential. It is also aesthetically pleasing: the spaciousness and quiet architectural beauty of the grounds and buildings, in the very centre of Cambridge,

surprise everyone who enters. The Head Gardener believes that gardens are to be used, so the two ponds, with their ducks and moorhens, the tennis courts in summer, the swimming pool and the large grass area known as the Paddock, are there for all members of the College to enjoy. However, the grass in Front Court is sacrosanct: only ducks and dons, and snowmen that appear mysteriously in the middle of the night, are allowed on it.

Ducks, a swimming pool and tennis courts in summer Emma is beautiful, friendly and a fantastic place to live and study.
Nicola

College sta
Master Lord Wilson of Dinton Senior Tutor Dr Richard Barnes Admissions Tutors Dr Philip Howell (Arts) Dr Nick White (Arts) Dr Richard Barnes (Sciences) Dr Carolin Crawford (Sciences) Dr Robert Henderson (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr D Pratt Archaeology & Anthropology Dr L Knapp Architecture Dr D Vesely Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr B Kushner Chemical Engineering Dr B Hallmark Classics Dr N Spivey Computer Science Professor N A Dodgson Economics Dr M J Gross Education TBC Engineering Dr M Gales English Dr C Russell Geography Dr P M R Howell History Dr E M C van Houts History of Art Professor J-M Massing Law Dr O Odudu Linguistics Dr D Willis Management Studies Mr J Lang Manufacturing Engineering Dr J Allwood Mathematics Dr M Spivack Medicine Dr R J Barnes Modern & Medieval Languages Dr N J White Music Professor S Rankin Natural Sciences Dr R W Broadhurst (Biological), Professor M A Thomson (Physical) Philosophy Professor D Matravers Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr D Curtis Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend J L Caddick Veterinary Medicine Dr P J Watson external Director of Studies

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Fitzwilliam College
www.fitz.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 332030 Switchboard 01223 332000 Fax 01223 332057 Email admissions@fitz.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 470 undergraduates, 300 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 30 April, 7 May, 3 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code F Location Storeys Way Cambridge CB3 0DG Map reference 7

Fitzwilliam College was established on its present site on Castle Hill in the mid-1960s, offering a supportive environment in which its members can reach the highest level in all aspects of university life. But Fitzwilliams history goes back to 1869, and the foundation of a non-collegiate body with the aim of widening access to the University. We are proud of this tradition, and have consistently attracted a larger than average proportion of talented applicants from the state sector. However, we consider each applicant in detail on their individual merits, regardless of educational background. Above all, we are looking for academic achievement and potential in short, for intellectual commitment. Welcoming, unstuffy and diverse, the College offers a stimulating academic and social community into which students from all backgrounds settle happily. All undergraduates are assured of College accommodation for the whole three or four years of their course, either on-site or in one of the nearby College-owned houses. Fitzwilliam offers a full range of facilities, including a dining hall, caf bar, common room, library, computer rooms, art studio, dark room, gym, squash courts and laundry. The College occupies a large and peaceful site, off the tourist trail but within 10 minutes cycle-ride of almost all faculties and

departments. Our location offers convenient access and on-site parking for visitors and parents. The beautiful gardens with a flourishing squirrel colony are one of the citys best-kept secrets. Many Fitzwilliam students combine academic success with wider interests, such as music, theatre and sport. The 250-seat state-of-the-art auditorium provides one of the best performing spaces in Cambridge. The extensive playing fields are situated nearby, and the College has its own elegant and well-equipped new boathouse on the river. Our new Library and IT Centre (an environmentally-friendly design by the 2008 RIBA Gold Medallist, Edward Cullinan) opened in early 2010. As well as doubling our capacity for books and providing excellent work spaces across its four floors and in its unique spiral tower, the building offers extensive computer facilities and wireless internet access throughout. Open 24 hours a day, the Library is at the centre of the Colleges vibrant academic life. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the College at any time by prior arrangement. Please contact our Admissions Office to make an appointment.

After spending three days at Fitz as part of the CUSU Shadowing Scheme I was convinced. The friendliness of the students and general attitude and unpretentiousness of the College made me feel instantly at home.
Richard

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Master Professor R D Lethbridge Senior Tutor Dr Paul Chirico Admissions Tutors Dr Rosemary Horrox (Arts) Professor David Cardwell (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr P Russell Archaeology & Anthropology Dr J Robb Architecture Mr L Kyriacou Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr A Chau Chemical Engineering Dr D M Scott Classics Dr S S Owen Computer Science Dr R Harle Economics Mr N Knight Education Dr H Cremin Engineering Dr K W Platts English Dr N Bukhari Geography Dr B Vira History Dr R E Horrox History of Art Dr A Gannon Land Economy Ms M Young Law Mrs N M Padfield Linguistics Dr B Vaux Management Studies Dr K W Platts Mathematics Dr R D Camina Medicine Dr D R E Abayasekara (Pre-Clinical), Dr K Saeb-Parsy (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr D Keown Music Mr F Knights Natural Sciences Dr D Coomes (Biological), Dr G G Pooley (Physical) Philosophy Dr L Incurvati Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr P J Rentfrow Theology & Religious Studies Dr S Gathercole Veterinary Medicine Dr D R E Abayasekara (PreClinical), Dr A Tavernor (Clinical) external Director of Studies

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Girton College
www.girton.cam.ac.uk

Girton College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338972 Switchboard 01223 338999 Fax 01223 338896 Email admissions@girton.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education and History of Art. Student numbers 503 undergraduates, 200 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. Contact the College Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 27 June, 24 September Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code G Location Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0JG Map reference 8

Girtons main buildings lie in beautiful spacious grounds two miles to the northwest of Cambridge city centre. The woods, orchards, gardens, lawns and sportsfields that surround the College emphasise the open and informal atmosphere that Girton provides. The relationship between Fellows, students and staff is friendly, lively and supportive, and our out-of-town location results in a community spirit unique to Girton. We have a modern annexe at Wolfson Court, about 10 minutes walk from the University departments in the city centre and at the West Cambridge Site. The main building and Wolfson Court have self-service cafeterias, both providing lunches and evening meals, which are open to all Girton students. There is an excellent library in the main building, a reading room at Wolfson Court and wellequipped computer rooms at both sites. Girton provides accommodation for all its students for three years. All the rooms have internet connections. There is a wide variety of student-run clubs and societies, including an amateur dramatic society and some of the best facilities for music in the University. One of the advantages of living at Girton is the wide range of on-site

sports facilities, including football, rugby and cricket pitches; tennis, squash and basketball courts; a gym; and a croquet lawn. Girton is also the only College to have an indoor, heated swimming pool. Girton was established in 1869 as the first residential College for women. It became mixed in 1977 and currently there are roughly equal numbers of men and women amongst the Fellowship and the students. Having pioneered higher education for women at Cambridge, we remain committed to providing access to a university education for members of all social groups and nationalities. We are keen to encourage applications from as broad a range of social, educational, ethnic and cultural backgrounds as possible.

Girton is like a fairy-tale castle retreat. The perfect College for when you just need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The community is very strong in Girton, you cant walk down a corridor without saying hello to another person!
Paula

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Mistress Professor S Smith Senior Tutor Mr Andrew Jefferies Admissions Tutors Dr Veronica Bennett (Arts) Dr Sandra Fulton (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr C Brett Archaeology & Anthropology Dr L Janik Architecture Ms E King Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr J Aitken Chemical Engineering Mr S A Scott Classics Dr H van Noorden Computer Science Mr C K Hadley Economics Dr C Lawson Engineering Dr H Shercliff English Dr S Garrigan Mattar Geography Dr H Allen History Dr B Griffin Land Economy Dr J S L McCombie Law Dr A Albors-Llorens Linguistics Dr F Sinclair Management Studies Dr J Runde Manufacturing Engineering Dr C Durkan Mathematics Dr R M Williams Medicine Mr A R Jefferies Modern & Medieval Languages Dr S Davis Music Dr M W Ennis Natural Sciences Dr S Fulton (Biological), Dr J Riley (Physical) Philosophy Dr M Hogarth Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr B A Bodenhorn Theology & Religious Studies Dr J Aitken Veterinary Medicine Mr A R Jefferies external Director of Studies

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www.cai.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 332440 Switchboard 01223 332400 Fax 01223 332456 Email admissions@cai.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 475 undergraduates, 250 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website or contact the Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code Y Location Trinity Street Cambridge CB2 1TA Map reference 9

Caius is a large and friendly College based around three beautiful courts in the very centre of Cambridge. Originally founded in 1348 as Gonville Hall, then re-founded in the sixteenth century under its present name, the College is known both for its spirit of academic excellence and ambition and also for its energetic and diverse student body. We are very proud of our outstanding academic record, our strong sense of community and our commitment to the pastoral support of our students. We believe that we combine the best of ancient and modern Cambridge. We admit about 155 undergraduates each year and we select our students solely on the basis of academic potential. Potential can be demonstrated in many different ways and each applicant is considered as an individual. Our students come from every type of school and social background and each one has earned his or her place through academic merit alone. Caius has over 100 Fellows. Stephen Hawking is probably the best known but many others have international reputations in their fields. The range of teaching and research interests within the College is huge and all subjects are supported at the very highest level.

Accommodation is provided for all students throughout their time at Cambridge, either in the elegant Old Courts, the modern annexe (a short walk across the river and set in beautiful gardens), or College-owned houses (located throughout the city). Rooms range from ultra-modern en suite study bedrooms to medieval sets with a separate living room and bedroom. We encourage our students to dine together in the Colleges Hall, but all accommodation provides basic cooking facilities. We have an extremely impressive library, containing over 100,000 books and journals. We also offer excellent music and sporting facilities and support a wide range of very successful clubs and societies. If you want to do it, you can do it here. Our Students Union is very active and coordinates a parenting scheme to welcome new students into the College community. Any prospective applicant is always very welcome to contact or visit us.

I chose Caius because it had a friendly atmosphere when I looked around. I wanted to go to an older College and one with quite a lot of students, so Caius seemed like a good choice.
Lucy

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Master Sir Christopher Hum Senior Tutor Dr David Holburn Admissions Tutor Dr Andrew Bell Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr A Bell Archaeology & Anthropology Dr L Chua Architecture Mr P Carl Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Mrs H U Laurie Chemical Engineering Dr A Routh Classics Dr C Weiss Computer Science Professor P Robinson Economics Dr M C Baddeley Education TBC Engineering Dr D M Holburn English Dr J Scott-Warren Geography Dr D Nally History Dr M Calaresu History of Art Professor P Binski Land Economy Professor P Tyler Law Dr P Rogerson Linguistics Dr A Bunyan Management Studies Dr J Allwood Mathematics Dr J M Evans Medicine Dr J E Sale Modern & Medieval Languages Dr A Bunyan Music Dr G A Webber Natural Sciences Dr D K Summers (Biological), Dr D A Jefferson (Physical) Philosophy Dr A Oliver Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr R Scurr Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr C Hammond Veterinary Medicine Dr J Holmes external Director of Studies

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Much tuition is undertaken in-house and our students are able to form close working relationships with their teachers. Many subjects have their own societies within the College which bring together undergraduates, graduates and Fellows for academic and social activities.

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Homerton College
www.homerton.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 747252 Switchboard 01223 747111 Fax 01223 747206 Email admissions@homerton.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Architecture, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 600 undergraduate, 500 PGCE and other graduate students. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 8 July, 13 September (afternoon only) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code H Location Hills Road Cambridge CB2 8PH Map reference 10

Homerton is the most recent College of the University, but weve been in Cambridge for well over 100 years. The College has been many different kinds of institution in its history from being a dissenting academy in London, to being probably the best known teacher training College in the country. And now we are a full College of the University of Cambridge; one of its largest and most diverse, accepting students to most courses offered by the University, while still maintaining our commitment to public service and the social sciences. We offer our students a chance to mould our future. We have a few long-established traditions, but as each new generation of students arrives we look with them at new ways of being an academic community; enhancing whats already one of the liveliest and most vibrant places for living and learning in the University. Homerton is a green oasis on the south side of the city, between the station and Addenbrookes Hospital, with spacious grounds through which all College members can roam (even walking on the grass!). Our buildings are a mixture of old and new, with a fine Victorian building at the Colleges heart to which weve added attractive new accommodation blocks. These offer individual study bedrooms with en suite bathrooms

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and all the necessary links to the wider world that technology allows. Living in College is overwhelmingly popular, not just for the comfortable rooms, but for the full social and intellectual life that the College offers. We have the usual facilities, such as sports grounds and equipment (more unusually the sports grounds are on-site), a theatre, a dance studio and music rooms. We have an airy and large College library. We also have excellent audio-visual facilities. Our students take full advantage of these to play hard as well as work hard. Homerton has always been an open and friendly place; a place to become what you want to be with the support of the whole community. Our students are encouraged to participate fully in the life of the College, either taking part in its decision-making through the Students Union, or enriching the local and wider society with their multitude of interests, skills and enthusiasms. As Homerton develops it will stay a place where doors are open, where nobody is too grand to talk to you, and where each student can develop to their full potential in supportive and beautiful surroundings.

The best thing about Homerton is that everyone is so friendly it feels more like an extended family than a College. Being slightly out of the centre has the benefit of lots more space and Homerton has tennis courts and a full-size football pitch on-site.
Ian

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Principal Dr Kate Pretty CBE Senior Tutor Dr Peter Warner Admissions Tutor Mr Steve Watts Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr R Dance Archaeology & Anthropology Dr B Stewart Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr N Auty Chemical Engineering Dr S Rough Classics Dr P Steele Computer Science Dr R Harle Economics Dr A Moheeput Education Mrs A Thwaites Engineering Dr D Wynn English Dr D Clifford Geography Dr M Warrington History Dr W Foster History of Art Dr M Hale Land Economy Dr U Pascual Law Dr R Williams Linguistics Dr B Vaux Management Studies Dr S Zyglidopoulos Manufacturing Engineering Dr T Hacking Mathematics Dr S Wadsley Modern & Medieval Languages Dr O Tonneau Music Dr J E Hopkins Natural Sciences Dr P Barton Philosophy Dr R Jennings Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr P Watson Theology & Religious Studies Dr T Graumann external Director of Studies

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Hughes Hall
www.hughes.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 334897 Switchboard 01223 334898 Fax 01223 311179 Email admissions@hughes.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Architecture, Medicine (other than graduate entry) and Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 70 mature undergraduates, 430 postgraduates. For men and women aged 21 and over. Open day 2011 Booking required. See the College website or contact the Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 3 July See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code 7 Location Wollaston Road Cambridge CB1 2EW Map reference 11

Hughes Hall admits mature undergraduates over the age of 21 and affiliated students (who already have a good honours degree from another university). The College is the oldest graduate College in the University, founded in 1885 for the training of graduate women teachers. Since then it has become a lively and cosmopolitan community of 500 mature undergraduate and graduate students studying for nearly all degrees offered by the University. We welcome applications from students of all backgrounds: A Levels, BTEC, Open University, Access and similar qualifications are all considered. Applicants must be able to demonstrate their potential to succeed on a Cambridge course, and evidence of recent study at the relevant level is important. See our website for more information and details of entry requirements. In summary, Hughes Hall offers you: dedicated and experienced Tutors and Directors of Studies attuned to the needs of mature and affiliated students a distinguished academic reputation, supported by the Fellows and senior members of the College, who represent many University departments and disciplines

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Hughes Hall has a relaxing yet academic atmosphere. Everybody is like one big family with Fellows, staff and students working together to make it a pleasant place. It provides great support to overseas and UK students alike. Hughes Hall gives the opportunity to meet people from different cultures, thus truly being an enriching environment both socially and academically.

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President Mrs Sarah Squire Senior Tutor Dr Philip S Johnston Admissions Tutor Dr Michael J Franklin Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M J Franklin Archaeology & Anthropology Dr C Roughley Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr S Church Chemical Engineering Dr S Rough Classics Dr J Toner Computer Science Dr P Buttery Economics Mr M G Kuczynski Education Dr N Singal Engineering Professor W Milne English Dr C Moseley Geography Dr B Devereux History Dr M J Franklin History of Art Mr P Shakeshaft Land Economy Professor I Hodge Law Mr J Hopkins Linguistics Dr P Buttery Management Studies Dr M Jones Mathematics Dr M Spivack Medicine (Graduate Course) Dr F Miller, Dr J White Modern & Medieval Languages Dr E Davey Music Mr P Britton Natural Sciences Professor N Affara (Biological), Dr J Durrell (Physical) Philosophy Dr S John Politics, Psychology & Sociology Professor M Buckley Theology & Religious Studies Dr P S Johnston

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a friendly, lively and civilised atmosphere promoting academic and extra-curricular aspirations for all students first-class accommodation within the College campus, available to all single undergraduate and affiliated students throughout their course attractive buildings (including new accommodation block and large dining hall/common room overlooking Fenners cricket ground) and quiet, relaxing gardens open to all College members a city-centre location, close to many University and town facilities a distinguished sporting reputation, active College sports teams and many other clubs and societies a programme of concerts, seminars and talks, and formal dinners fostering a friendly College community a recently completed Learning Resource Centre with modern library, computer and study facilities an international and cosmopolitan community, supportive of overseas students

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Jesus College
www.jesus.cam.ac.uk

Jesus College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 339455 Switchboard 01223 339339 Fax 01223 339313 Email undergraduate-admissions@jesus.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 489 undergraduates, 270 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 29 June Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code J Location Jesus Lane Cambridge CB5 8BL Map reference 12

Jesus College contains the oldest and some of the newest College buildings in Cambridge. In other respects too, while valuing the past, it is thoroughly up-to-date. The College is exceptionally spacious, in a tranquil setting off the tourist route, yet only five minutes walk from the city centre, with an unusually wide range of facilities on-site. We admit about 145 undergraduates a year, across all subjects studied in the University, with roughly equal numbers of arts and sciences students. We welcome applicants from all types of school and college, and all are considered for admission as individuals on their own merits. The College aims to encourage excellence in all walks of life: academic our award-winning Quincentenary Library and Computer Centre provides a superb working environment, open round the clock artistic the College is known for its strong support of the visual arts and we have an exceptional student art collection

musical we have our own Director of Music and a wide variety of musical activities, including swing band and gospel choir, are enthusiastically supported sporting our boathouse is nearby, and within the College grounds are football, rugby, cricket and hockey pitches, as well as squash and tennis courts

The College is a thriving community and enjoys every opportunity to support and share in the academic and recreational interests of all our students throughout the year. All first-year undergraduates are accommodated in College, and in subsequent years are either in the main College buildings or in external staircases (College houses just across the road), so no Jesus students live more than a stones throw away, reinforcing the Colleges strong sense of community. All rooms have modern amenities, including telephone and internet connections. The external staircases offer the opportunity for groups of friends to live together in smaller, self-contained communities an opportunity much appreciated by many of our students.

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Jesus is the right size so that you can name nearly everyone in your year but never get bored with the diversity of people. Theres always someone to talk to at the College bar. The library and computer room are both fantastic and theyre open 24 hours a day, not that Id have reason to go there at midnight!
Owain

College sta
Master Professor Robert Mair CBE Senior Tutor Dr Stephen Siklos Admissions Tutors Dr Brechtje Post (Arts) Dr Steve Hladky (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M N Mhaonaigh Archaeology & Anthropology Dr M L S Srensen Architecture Mr N J Ray Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr A Bennison Chemical Engineering Dr D I Wilson Classics Dr J Clackson Computer Science Professor J M Bacon Economics Dr T Aidt Education Professor M Arnot Engineering Dr G T Parks English Dr C Burlinson Geography Dr A Tucker History Dr M Edwards History of Art Dr A Mahon Land Economy Dr S Fennell Law Dr M Oldham Linguistics Dr B Post Management Studies Professor P Williamson Manufacturing Engineering Dr T Wilkinson Mathematics Dr S T C Siklos Medicine Dr J W Ajioka Modern & Medieval Languages Mrs A-M Kunzl-Snodgrass Music Dr B Walton Natural Sciences Dr D Hanke (Biological), Professor S Redfern (Physical) Philosophy Dr C Chambers Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr V Mottier Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr T Jenkins Veterinary Medicine Dr J W Ajioka external Director of Studies

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Kings College
www.kings.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 331255 Switchboard 01223 331100 Fax 01223 331193 Email undergraduate.admissions@kings.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education, Land Economy and Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 420 undergraduates, 280 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 23 September Arts 8 July Sciences 7 July Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code K Location Kings Parade Cambridge CB2 1ST Map reference 13

Kings has a long history of intellectual, scientific, artistic and social innovation. One of the first of the formerly all-male Colleges to admit women, it was a pioneer in attracting students to Cambridge from state schools and from ethnic minorities. We also actively encourage applications from Europe and overseas. Kings is a vibrant, diverse and tolerant community. The College has a high ratio of Fellows to undergraduates and relations between Fellows and students are traditionally informal. Academic standards are high and we take intellectual life seriously. At the same time, the College makes every effort to support its students in managing both their studies and their experience of living and enjoying themselves at university. Kings has good computer facilities and an excellent library, with many pleasant places to work. Kings stands in the centre of Cambridge, its splendid grounds and buildings stretching down to the River Cam and beyond. There is a wide choice of accommodation. Meals are provided by cafeteria service, but you carry

your tray into the grand College Hall. Kings also has a welcoming bar and a coffee shop. The College has a range of sports facilities, punts, music practice rooms, a film club, a dark room, a lively drama scene, an Art Centre, where classes are run by a local artist, and many other clubs and societies. Kings has an active Students Union and students are well represented on College committees. Kings is renowned for its music and its Chapel. In addition to its celebrated malevoice choir, there is a mixed choir, Kings Voices, an orchestra and a number of other groups. Many College members, of course, play other forms of contemporary music jazz, rock, indie, samba, to name but a few. The cellar is available for performances and parties. At Kings, all different kinds of students fulfil their intellectual and personal potential. We admit strictly on academic promise, and welcome applicants from any background, type of school, or part of the world.

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Given my assumption that all Cambridge students would be very odd or very rich, what struck me when I arrived was how very normal everyone is. But at Kings theres also a sense that being different (be it in terms of interests, race, sexuality or politics) is something to be respected. Academically, Kings is very supportive.

College sta
Provost Professor Ross Harrison Senior Tutor Professor Robin Osborne Admissions Tutor Dr Stefan H Uhlig Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr J Quinn Archaeology & Anthropology Dr J Laidlaw Architecture Dr N Bullock Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr L Allen Chemical Engineering Dr G Moggridge Classics Professor S Goldhill Computer Science Dr T Griffin Economics Mr J Trevithick Engineering Dr C Middleton English Dr S Uhlig Geography Dr J Browne History Dr J Regan-Lefebvre History of Art Professor J Massing Law Mr J Rowbottom Linguistics Dr B Vaux Management Studies Dr M Jones Mathematics Professor A Davies Medicine Dr A Moffet Modern & Medieval Languages Dr W Burgwinkle Music Dr N Marston Natural Sciences Dr S Lummis (Biological), Dr D Munday (Physical) Philosophy Dr M Sprevak Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr D Good Theology & Religious Studies Dr J Morris external Director of Studies

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Lucy Cavendish College

www.lucy-cav.cam.ac.uk

Lucy Cavendish College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 330280 Switchboard 01223 332190 Fax 01223 332178 Email lcc-admissions@lists.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 143 mature undergraduates, 148 postgraduates. For women aged 21 and over. Open days 2011 Please see the College website for details. See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code L Location Lady Margaret Road Cambridge CB3 0BU Map reference 14

Lucy Cavendish College attracts outstanding women of all ages (21 and over) from every walk of life. A large proportion of our student community is made up of highly successful women wanting a change of direction in their professional lives. We are also the College of choice for women who have always wanted to study their chosen subject but have not until now found the time; and for school-leavers who have taken a short time out before applying to university. Lucy offers mature women students the opportunity to be themselves, to inspire and be inspired, to network, and to take full advantage of everything the University has to offer. Reflecting the interesting diversity of their lives, Lucy Cavendish students come with A Levels, Open University and Access qualifications or overseas equivalents, as well as with previous university experience. All want the challenge of studying for a Cambridge degree at this attractive and welcoming College. Theres regular contact between Fellows and students at College lectures, seminars and workshops, and more informally over lunch and dinner. Theres no separate high table for Fellows. Thursday dinners (formal halls) at the College attract large numbers of guests (female and male!) including visitors from other Colleges and University societies. Many social events are held in the lovely

conservatory bar which opens onto the tranquil College gardens. Students take part in a range of sports at both College and University level, and the College is particularly successful in rowing competitions. Both students and Fellows share the pleasure of singing in the College choir. One of the three Colleges admitting students for the Graduate Course in Medicine in addition to the standard Medicine course, Lucy Cavendish has particularly strong inhouse provision for teaching in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. The College has a beautiful site close to the centre of Cambridge with comfortable accommodation, a modern library with extensive computer facilities, a well-equipped gym and a music and meditation pavilion. Student rooms are either en suite or are sets sharing a bathroom. Some are suitable for students with mobility difficulties, and all have access to good self-catering facilities and the Universitys computer network. Wellappointed graduate rooms and accommodation suitable for couples are available off-campus. If youre over 21 and thinking of applying to Cambridge, please contact our Admissions Officer wholl be happy to answer your questions and discuss your plans.

Lucy inspires women from all walks of life to achieve the things they never thought possible this is the catalyst for a unique atmosphere where the opportunities are vast, the support exceptional and the community spirit unrivalled.
Nina

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President Professor Janet Todd Senior Tutor Dr Stephanie Ellington Admissions Tutor Dr Maria Purves Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M N Mhaonaigh Archaeology & Anthropology Dr J M Renfrew Architecture Ms B Foo Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Mrs N Auty Chemical Engineering Dr K Yunus Classics Dr J Patterson Computer Science Miss C H Northeast Economics Dr J Davies Education Ms S Brindley Engineering Dr B ONeill English Dr I Maddison Geography Dr T Spencer History Dr A Sapir Abulafia History of Art Dr A Gannon Land Economy Dr N Morrison Law Dr A Scolnicov Linguistics Dr T Biberauer Management Studies Dr J Davies Manufacturing Engineering Dr B ONeill Mathematics Dr O Rath Spivack Medicine Dr S Ellington (Pre-Clinical), Dr R Jones (Clinical) Medicine (Graduate Course) Mrs S Gull Modern & Medieval Languages Dr K Mitchell Music Mr J Thurlow Natural Sciences Dr S Ellington (Biological), Dr R Cameron (Physical) Philosophy Dr M Frasca-Spada Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr M Madianou Theology & Religious Studies Ms J D McLarty Veterinary Medicine Dr J Brearley external Director of Studies

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Magdalene College
www.magd.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 332135 Switchboard 01223 332100 Fax 01223 462589 Email admissions@magd.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 339 undergraduates, 240 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 See the College website for further information. Booking required for the Mathematics open day and the Cambridge Open Days (p143). All subjects 6 July (2pm5pm), 7 July, 8 July Mathematics 14 May (see p145) Specified subjects (see the College website) 19 March (10am4pm) UCAS campus code M Location Magdalene Street Cambridge CB3 0AG Map reference 15

Magdalene College has the advantage of an attractive and convenient location: the College lies in tranquil grounds on the banks of the River Cam, less than five minutes walk from the city centre and is well-placed for most of the University departments and libraries. With buildings that are both beautiful and welcoming, libraries providing everything from first-year text books to original medieval manuscripts, high-speed internet connections in all student rooms, committed teaching staff and a vibrant community, the College is a perfect environment in which to live and study. Magdalene typically admits around 105 undergraduates a year and we consider applications for all subjects. We encourage applicants from all educational and social backgrounds, including those from overseas, and through the Special Access Scheme. Every applicant is assessed on his or her own merits as an individual and we take into account both potential and track record. At Magdalene, we want our students to fulfil every ounce of their potential. While the expectation placed on those admitted is high, our Directors of Studies are on hand to help you achieve at the highest level. If you come to study here, youll receive a warm welcome as soon as you arrive in Magdalene: being assigned second-year College parents really helps you to find your

We are able to accommodate all our students in College rooms throughout their time here. A good choice and mix of housing is available; from the formality of First Court, through to the Magdalene village (an attractive, diverse collection of accommodation from medieval study bedrooms to modern sets) and Cripps Court, with its splendid auditorium, handsome garden and en suite rooms. For those who like something a little different, College tradition is maintained with candlelit dinners in the Hall, though many students also use the informal cafeteria and cooking facilities in the numerous staircase kitchens. At Magdalene, we believe in an appropriate balance of hard work and recreation. There are excellent facilities for sports, drama, music and many other activities; and there is a huge variety of clubs and societies, both academic and recreational, organised by our undergraduates themselves. Why not take a look at our website and download the Magdalene prospectus?

Paul

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All the students appreciate Magdalenes close-knit, diverse and friendly community. The College has the work-life balance spot-on and offers me everything I want both academically and recreationally. Formal hall seven days a week is also a definite positive.

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Master Mr Duncan Robinson Senior Tutor Dr Stuart Martin Admissions Tutors Dr Stuart Martin (Post-application) Ms Silke Mentchen (Recruitment) Dr Richard Roebuck (Post-application) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr R W Dance Archaeology & Anthropology Dr S K F Stoddart Architecture Dr F Hernndez Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr K A Bennison Chemical Engineering Professor H A Chase Classics Dr J R Patterson Computer Science Dr J K Fawcett Economics Dr K Patel Education Ms L Fisher Engineering Dr R L Roebuck English Dr M E J Hughes Geography Dr T Spencer History Dr M C Skott History of Art Mr D D Robinson Land Economy Dr K Patel Law Dr N G Jones Linguistics Dr T Biberauer Management Studies Dr A L Hadida Manufacturing Engineering Dr T A Coombs Mathematics Dr S Martin Medicine Dr S O Sage Modern & Medieval Languages Ms S C Mentchen Music Dr M W Ennis Natural Sciences Dr M B V Bell (Biological), Professor P Dupree (Physical) Philosophy Dr L Incurvati Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr J P Nolan Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend P Hobday Veterinary Medicine Dr G P Pearce

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feet and there are plenty of activities in the first week to help you settle in, meet new people and come to feel that Magdalene is your home.

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Murray Edwards College

www.murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk

Murray Edwards College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 762229 Switchboard 01223 762100 Fax 01223 762216 Email admissions@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Philosophy. Student numbers 360 undergraduates, 150 postgraduates. For women only. Open days 2011 Booking required. Contact the College Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 7 July, 14 September (informal afternoon) Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code O Location Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DF Map reference 16

Murray Edwards College (founded as New Hall) is a welcoming and ambitious College providing opportunities for outstanding young women. Architecturally light and modern, its set within informal gardens a short walk from central Cambridge and close to the departments of Mathematics, Physics and Veterinary Medicine. We understand that as a prospective student youll be concerned to achieve your best academically, while enjoying an active social life. In the current economic situation, you may also be concerned about the longer term and how youll find a rewarding career that suits your strengths and interests. We would like to help you achieve this. Academically We offer a positive and creative atmosphere with a stunning library and supportive academic tutors. In addition, we invite you to enhance your own particular strengths by choosing activities from our unique interdisciplinary academic development programme. Designed with the help of current students, the programme offers insights, techniques and challenges to inspire and stretch you. Professionally Your longer term future is crucially important. We offer the opportunity to explore your career interests through discussion with specialist consultants and through a rapidly expanding range of College-negotiated and supported internship opportunities.

Socially Ours is a diverse and open-minded community. We enjoy good food, including a popular salad bar and Saturday brunch. Bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens are comfortable and well-equipped. The atmosphere is very informal; with many parties and ents, often jointly organised with neighbouring Colleges, and your friends (male and female) are welcome at any time. We also have a gym, tennis court and squash court on-site and a thriving boat club based at our boathouse on the river. What does it mean to be a womens College today? Murray Edwards history means that a pioneering spirit is in our DNA. Much has changed since 1954, but the confidence and individuality of our first students remains central. Recent students have variously described the College as iconoclastic, feisty, liberal and innovative but most of all it remains what the women who choose to come here make it. Students who visit Murray Edwards College often tell us that it has a special character: come and see for yourself. Come to one of our open days, or to arrange visits for individuals or schools at other times please contact the College Admissions Office.

The College feels ambitious, full of energy and at the same time friendly and welcoming. Murray Edwards encourages you to grow as a person, both intellectually and emotionally.
Diana

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President Dr Jennifer Barnes Senior Tutor Dr David Jarvis Admissions Tutor Dr Hilarie Bateman Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M N Mhaonaigh Archaeology & Anthropology Dr P Filippucci Architecture Ms M A Steane Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr B Yuan Chemical Engineering Dr P Barrie Classics Dr K Carvounis Computer Science Dr R D H Walker Economics Dr K Aniket Education Mr J G Raffan Engineering Dr E Acton English Dr L Mellor Geography Dr P Christoffersen History Dr K Peters History of Art Dr D Oldfield Land Economy Dr M Roberts Law Dr S Turenne Linguistics Professor W Bennett Management Studies Dr J Runde Mathematics Miss V Neale Medicine Professor C L-H Huang Modern & Medieval Languages Dr J Guthrie Music Dr C Valenti Natural Sciences Dr N Mundy (Biological), Dr W O Saxton (Physical) Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr E Pesaran Theology & Religious Studies Ms J D McLarty Veterinary Medicine Dr F M D Henson external Director of Studies

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Newnham College
www.newn.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 335783 Switchboard 01223 335700 Admissions Tutor 01223 335797 Fax 01223 357898 Email admissions@newn.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education. Student numbers 380 undergraduates, 230 postgraduates. For women only. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website or contact the Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 6 July, 17 September Sciences 19 March Mathematics 7 May (see p145) Teachers open day 11 March See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code N Location Sidgwick Avenue Cambridge CB3 9DF Map reference 17

You can walk up to almost anyone and get a smile. Whats not to love about being surrounded by smart, beautiful, talented, kind women, any of whom you can be good friends with? Christine Its a most beautiful, down-to-earth and supportive College Ive loved the first year. Sophia Newnham is very good at looking after its students. You're not just a number at Newnham, youre actually a person. Sameera Most people live in Newnham for all three years of their degree (though you can choose to live out if you prefer) so theres a really good College atmosphere; and you get to know people in different years because the corridors are mixed year groups. Marion We have a room ballot system thats organized so that its fair for everyone. We all pay the same rate for Newnham rooms, and they tend to get better the longer youre here. You pick your own in the second and third years this year I have a beautiful room with an original fireplace, two windows and a chaise longue, and it isnt even one of the top rooms! Kirsty

I really love Newnhams library: its beautiful, really well-stocked (with over 90,000 books) and is a fantastic study space. Agalya Newnham girls have the option to cook every meal, go to the Buttery for every meal, or to do a bit of both its up to us. Kirsty We offer a new cafeteria with a great range of foods, sofa area and wi-fi access; a performing arts building set up for music recitals, theatre productions and rehearsals; an art room and a dark room; and a gym, on-site sports field and tennis courts. Newnhams alumnae network is very strong, and students are encouraged to make connections with Newnhamites present, past and eventually future: whether for socialising or careers advice and work placements. To find out more about Newnham, youre very welcome to get in touch with the Admissions Office well be happy to hear from you!

Theres no snobbery everyones from different backgrounds with different interests but everyones up for getting involved in lots of activities. You feel as though people dont judge you in any way.
Jenny

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Principal Dame Patricia Hodgson Senior Tutor Dr Terri Apter Admissions Tutor Dr Sam Lucy Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr J Quinn Archaeology & Anthropology Dr C Hills Architecture Ms B Foo Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr K Daniels Chemical Engineering Dr I Wilson Classics Professor M Beard Computer Science Mrs K Taylor Economics Dr J Cavalcanti Engineering Dr C Barlow English Dr M Newbould Geography Dr E Mawdsley History Dr J Rose History of Art Dr D Oldfield Land Economy Dr M Dixon Law Dr C Seville Linguistics Professor K Jaszczolt Management Studies Dr M Jones Manufacturing Engineering Dr C Barlow Mathematics Dr A Sinkovics Medicine Professor J Morton (Pre-Clinical), Dr J MacDougall (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr S Watts Music Dr D Mordey Natural Sciences Dr S Forwood (Biological), Dr R Padman (Physical) Philosophy Dr S Connell Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr C Hughes Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend H Shilson-Thomas Veterinary Medicine Professor J Morton (Pre-Clinical), Dr B Skelly (Clinical) external Director of Studies

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Newnham encourages its students to be independent; Ive become involved in activities outside College and have made friends all over the University and outside it. Katie

I was attracted to Newnham by the gardens, which have a lovely, country-house feel without being too formal (and you can walk on the grass!); and the location of the College, right next to the Sidgwick Site is just far enough out to avoid the tourists, but only a five minute walk into town. KT

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Pembroke College
www.pem.cam.ac.uk

Pembroke College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338154 Switchboard 01223 338100 Fax 01223 338163 Email adm@pem.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education and Geography. Student numbers 430 undergraduates, 250 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 30 April, 24 September (2pm4pm) Arts 7 July Sciences 8 July Land Economy and Music 7 May Law 6 July Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code P Location Trumpington Street Cambridge CB2 1RF Map reference 18

Whichever College you come to, youll attend the same lectures, take the same University examinations, and be awarded the same degree. That being so, why choose Pembroke? Pembroke is one of the oldest Colleges, founded in 1347, with beautiful buildings (including a chapel built by Sir Christopher Wren) and a student accommodation block complete with gym and music rooms, and a new art room. Its in the centre of town, right by the science laboratories. The informal College gardens are some of the loveliest in Cambridge, but arent on the main tourist route. The College is slightly smaller than average, admitting about 130 undergraduates and 70 graduates each year. The College has one of the highest ratios of teaching Fellows to students. There are two rooms equipped for wheelchair use. Pembroke is a friendly, no-nonsense place; relaxed, supportive and forwardlooking.

Pembroke is proud of its academic achievements. We consider such success to be important, and do our best to make sure that our students enjoy the intellectual challenges they encounter. But excellence comes in many forms: its also important that those who come here have time to explore other interests, and we have flourishing societies for music, sport, drama and so on (see our website for further details). We regularly make offers to those studying for the IB, the EB or Scottish Advanced Highers. Pembroke was a founder member of the Group to Encourage Ethnic Minority Applications (GEEMA). Were happy to give advice to those wishing to apply through the Cambridge Special Access Scheme. In our experience students from different school backgrounds, both from the UK and overseas, are equally happy at Pembroke, and do equally well here. The College Admissions Office is open to visitors without an appointment throughout the year, Monday to Friday during office hours (except Bank Holidays, Christmas and New Year).

I chose Pembroke because of its community spirit. Its a great College friendly and fun.
Nicola

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Master Sir Richard Dearlove Senior Tutor Dr Mark Wormald Admissions Tutor Dr Caroline Burt Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr P Russell Archaeology & Anthropology Dr B Bodenhorn Architecture Dr W Fawcett Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Professor C Melville Chemical Engineering Dr S Cardoso Classics Dr T Meissner Computer Science Dr A Donnelly Economics Dr D Tambakis Engineering Professor V Deshpande English Dr M Wormald History Professor J Parry History of Art Dr P Blakesley Land Economy Dr D Igliori Law Mr N J McBride Linguistics Dr D Willis Management Studies Dr S Learmount Manufacturing Engineering Dr A Ferrari Mathematics Dr N Datta Medicine Dr Z Sarnyai Modern & Medieval Languages Professor S Huot Music Dr S Barrett Natural Sciences Dr T Bussey (Biological), Dr M OBrien (Physical) Philosophy Dr A Stewart-Wallace Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr B Bodenhorn Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend J Gardom Veterinary Medicine Dr D Tucker external Director of Studies

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Peterhouse
www.pet.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338223 Switchboard 01223 338200 Fax 01223 337578 Email admissions@pet.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education; Geography; Land Economy; Politics, Psychology and Sociology; and Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 259 undergraduates, 146 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. Contact the College Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July, 16 September Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code U Location Trumpington Street Cambridge CB2 1RD Map reference 19

Peterhouse is, above all, an exciting and friendly place to be. The oldest and smallest of the undergraduate Colleges, its close to the main arts, engineering and science faculties, but off the tourist trail. Peterhouse has strong traditions in both the arts and the sciences. The Colleges small size (we admit about 75 freshers a year) means that we can offer plenty of individual attention to students, with each person making a significant contribution. Youll find a supportive community here where youll quickly feel at home. Peterhouse is lively and tolerant, welcoming students with wide ranging backgrounds, interests and opinions. The only things all our students have in common are high academic ability, a passion for their subject, and the willingness to work hard. So why might you consider Peterhouse? Excellent accommodation in central Cambridge for all undergraduates. Great food, eaten in a candlelit thirteenthcentury Hall, the oldest in Cambridge. A wealth of facilities for study, for sports and for social events, including an excellent library, theatre, computer room, squash court, gym, boathouse and sports grounds.

Peterhouse admits students solely on the basis of academic achievement and potential and is committed to offering places to the most able, regardless of school or background. We fully support the Cambridge Special Access Scheme and encourage you to apply even if your school has little or no experience of the Cambridge system. Indeed, were delighted to field calls from teachers or students looking for a thorough explanation of the application process. Offers are designed to be realistic, taking into account individual circumstances, including potential and likely level of achievement, and the majority of those who receive them attain the grades required. To find out more about Peterhouse, why not come to an open day and meet our students and Fellows? If youre unable to attend an open day, individual visits can usually be arranged. Our website and Admissions Office offer comprehensive information and our Admissions Tutors are always happy to advise you, whether or not you have any prior knowledge of the Cambridge application process.

Would I choose Peterhouse again? Top location, great people, excellent food and accommodation: who wouldnt?
Pete

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Master Professor Adrian Dixon Senior Tutor Dr Philip Pattenden Admissions Tutors Mr Scott Mandelbrote (Arts) Dr Sophie Jackson (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M A Williams Archaeology & Anthropology Dr G Carr Architecture Mrs M-A Steane Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr C P Melville Chemical Engineering Dr D Scott Classics Dr P Pattenden Computer Science Dr A Norman Economics Dr S N Solomou Engineering Dr R Plumb English Mr M S Golding History Dr M Ryan History of Art Dr F Salmon Law Dr R J C Munday Linguistics Dr M C Jones Mathematics Dr A Zsak Medicine Professor R Ross Russell Modern & Medieval Languages Dr M C Jones Music Dr J R Thurlow Natural Sciences Dr C Baker (Biological), Dr C Lester (Physical) Philosophy Professor T M Crane Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend S W P Hampton external Director of Studies

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Beautiful grounds, including the spacious Deer Park where students are free to wander, meet friends, read or study.

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Queens College
www.queens.cam.ac.uk

Queens College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 335540 Switchboard 01223 335511 Fax 01223 335522 Email admissions@queens.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except the combination of Education with English and Drama. Student numbers 490 undergraduates, 350 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July, 22 September (informal afternoon) Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code Q Location Silver Street Cambridge CB3 9ET Map reference 20

The sole condition for admission to Queens is academic potential. Queens especially welcomes applicants from schools with no prior history of applications to the College. The College guarantees that no candidate selected for a place at Queens will be denied that opportunity because of disability or any social or other consideration. Queens is a large and exquisitely beautiful College situated in the heart of the city. It has a mix of old and new buildings, ranging from the fifteenth-century Old Court to the twentieth-century Cripps Court. Undergraduates are guaranteed accommodation on the main College site for three years and all rooms are connected to the internet. The focus of social activity in the College is the JCR, which also ensures that the student voice is heard in matters affecting the College. Queens provides superb facilities for theatre, music and dance. Squash courts, a gym, a cinema and sports hall are all situated within College. The sports ground and boathouse are nearby.

The utmost care is taken in selecting candidates for admission. Each applicant is interviewed sympathetically by highly experienced Fellows who seek to promote opportunities for candidates to present their strengths. Theres a firm expectation at Queens that every student will work hard to fulfil his or her academic potential. Everyone understands that achieving a place here confers that responsibility. Queens offers a supportive, nurturing environment wherein to flourish and be happy. Potential applicants are welcome to contact the Admissions Office directly, to visit the College website and to attend one of the open days held each year. The College is also happy to arrange visits by Fellows and students to schools.

Queens is a really open College, and its completely unpretentious. No-one knows or cares what school you went to, or whether you have three or thirteen A Levels.
Jonathan

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President The Rt Hon Lord Eatwell Senior Tutor Dr James Kelly Admissions Tutor Dr Andrew Thompson Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M Franklin Archaeology & Anthropology Dr K Boyle Architecture Dr J Campbell Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr E Kahrs Chemical Engineering Dr S Rough Classics Professor J Diggle Computer Science Dr R Walker Economics Dr M Milgate Education Dr J Whitehead Engineering Dr A Gee English Dr I Patterson Geography Dr E Watson History Dr R Rex History of Art Dr J Campbell Land Economy Dr M Dixon Law Mr R Fentiman Linguistics Dr I Sitaridou Management Studies Dr C Pitelis Manufacturing Engineering Dr K Platts Mathematics Dr J Gog Medicine Dr H Field Modern & Medieval Languages Dr M Crowley Music Ms M Lovell Natural Sciences Dr B Glover (Biological), Professor E Terentjev (Physical) Philosophy Dr F Steinberger Politics, Psychology & Sociology Professor J Scott Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr F Watts Veterinary Medicine Dr H Field external Director of Studies

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Robinson College
www.robinson.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 339143 Switchboard 01223 339100 Fax 01223 339743 Email apply@robinson.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except the combinations of Education with Classics, History, Music and Physical Sciences. Student numbers 381 undergraduates, 168 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website or contact the Admissions Office for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July Question and answer sessions 19 March, 23 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code R Location Grange Road Cambridge CB3 9AN Map reference 21

Robinson is a very special College. Our contemporary environment provides the perfect setting for learning and achieving. Our location is excellent, close to many University departments and only a short walk from the city centre. We aim to be the most welcoming and inclusive College in Cambridge. Robinson College is an intellectually stimulating environment to live in. There are students on almost all Cambridge courses, and we have the resources youll need, plus fantastic facilities to make it easy for you to focus on your studies. In short, everything to help you pursue academic excellence. Youll be welcomed by a community of scholars thats bright, diverse and downto-earth. There are certain to be other students here who share your interests and enthusiasms, whatever they are. Our student rooms and other facilities are outstanding. Your room will be warm, comfortable and well-equipped (all have internet access), and your bathroom will be either en suite or shared with typically one or two other students. We guarantee you College-managed accommodation for the duration of your original course.

The College is situated in beautiful tranquil gardens; an oasis of calm just a short distance from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The University Library is just across the road and the arts faculties and West Cambridge science, Veterinary Medicine, Mathematics and Computer Science departments are all close by.

Our key expectation is that you work hard to fulfil your academic potential. If you have any questions, contact Amy Kindleysides in the College Admissions Office. Our open events in March, May, July and September are good times to visit us. Its also often possible for individuals and school groups to arrange a visit at other times.

I have never lived in such a diverse, open-minded, friendly place. Robinson people immediately made me feel welcome, and every single person I met, although all completely different from each other, seemed to share an enthusiasm for being in Cambridge.
Zara

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Warden Professor David Yates Senior Tutor Dr Bill Nolan Admissions Tutor Dr Chris Warner Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr R Love Archaeology & Anthropology Dr M E McDonald Architecture Dr Y Jin Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr M Shin Chemical Engineering Dr C F Kaminski Classics Dr D S McKie Computer Science Dr R W Sharp Economics Dr M Hayes Education Dr M Evans Engineering Dr A Markaki English Dr M D Hurley Geography Dr S T Trudgill History Dr D Thom History of Art Professor P Binski Land Economy Dr E A Silva Law Dr I J Alexander Linguistics Dr B Vaux Management Studies Dr I A Rudy Manufacturing Engineering Dr M Elshafie Mathematics Dr C D Warner Medicine Dr A Sharkey (Pre-clinical), Mr P J A Hutchinson (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr J Page Music Dr J R Thurlow Natural Sciences Dr B J McCabe (Biological), Dr W P Nolan (Physical) Philosophy Dr H Lillehammer Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr J E Smith Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr D Cornick Veterinary Medicine Mrs C E Latham external Director of Studies

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Whether you eat in our informal cafeteriastyle Garden Restaurant or at our optional twice-weekly formal dinners, our chefs aim is to provide you with the best College meals in Cambridge.

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St Catharines College
www.caths.cam.ac.uk

St Catharines College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338319 Switchboard 01223 338300 Fax 01223 338340 Email undergraduate.admissions@caths.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Architecture, Education, History of Art and Linguistics. Student numbers 436 undergraduates, 220 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 30 April, 29 June, 6 July Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code S Location Trumpington Street Cambridge CB2 1RL Map reference 22

Founded in 1473, St Catharines is a mediumsize College, situated in the centre of town. Were a lively and diverse community, and have earned a reputation for friendliness. Our admissions decisions are based solely on applicants academic ability be it proven or potential and we encourage applications from the widest possible range of students, regardless of their educational background. St Catharines accommodates all of its students for three years the first- and third-year students live on the main site, while the second-years live as a community in an attractively designed complex in an area still very much at the heart of the University. Many of our fourth-year students are also accommodated on-site. We interview the vast majority of those who apply to us, and do everything possible to put applicants at their ease, and to make the admissions process as constructive and positive an experience as possible. The College offers excellent facilities for both academic study and extra-curricular activities. The two College libraries are among the best in Cambridge; there are

well-maintained computing facilities, and all student rooms have high-speed internet access. The College has a small theatre and concert auditorium; and its sports facilities include squash, badminton and tennis courts, playing fields and an all-weather hockey pitch. We have an active choir, who regularly make recordings and tour. St Catharines is also proud to be the first College to be awarded Fair Trade status. St Catharines is an inclusive and supportive College, with a genuine sense of community spirit between undergraduate and graduate students, Fellows and staff. Our Directors of Studies and teaching staff help our students to realise their academic potential, while our Tutors, Chaplain and student officers look after our undergraduates welfare. The College Admissions Office is happy to receive and answer enquiries, and to arrange visits to St Catharines for anyone whos considering making an application. Further information can be found on our website.

Its central location is always a bonus, and its accommodation is among the best in the University. There is always a pleasant, sociable atmosphere around the College.
Geoff

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Master Professor Dame Jean Thomas Senior Tutor Dr Paul Hartle Admissions Tutors Dr David Bainbridge (Arts) Dr Philip Oliver (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr R Dance Archaeology & Anthropology Dr G Carr Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Professor H Van de Ven Chemical Engineering Dr M John Classics Dr R Wardy Computer Science Dr S Taraskin Economics Dr S Iyer Engineering Dr M P F Sutcliffe English Dr H Lees-Jeffries Geography Dr I C Willis History Dr L Delap Land Economy Dr P Tyler Law Dr M C Elliott Management Studies Mr M Kitson Manufacturing Engineering Dr M P F Sutcliffe Mathematics Ms I Borzym Medicine Dr A Harper Modern & Medieval Languages Dr G Kantaris Music Dr E Wickham Natural Sciences Dr D Aldridge (Biological), Dr S Taraskin (Physical) Philosophy Dr R Wardy Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr H Wydra Theology & Religious Studies Dr K Dell Veterinary Medicine Dr D Bainbridge external Director of Studies

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St Edmunds College
www.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 336086 Switchboard 01223 336250 Fax 01223 336111 Email admissions@st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 150 mature undergraduates, 330 postgraduates. For men and women aged 21 and over. Open day 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 9 July See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code I Location Mount Pleasant Cambridge CB3 0BN Map reference 23

St Edmunds has an international and multidisciplinary flavour. Half of our student body are from overseas with over 60 countries represented. Of our 480 student members, the majority are graduates although we have 150 mature undergraduates (at least 21 years of age) including affiliated students, who already have a degree from another university. This figure also includes second-time learners, who have chosen to commence a degree after a break from full-time education. The College is set in quiet parkland and is conveniently placed for the teaching centres of the arts faculties including Law, the science departments on the West Cambridge Site, the Veterinary School, the University Library and the city centre. The College buildings currently house 218 single students (some en suite), with some accommodation constructed specifically for students with physical disabilities. All rooms are centrally heated and connected to the Universitys computer network and the internet. There are six maisonettes and seven flats that are suitable for students with children (up to two children of pre-school age) and couples. In addition, theres the Library Building, including a large reception/lecture room, a library, teaching rooms, a gym and music practice room.

Scholars and Fellows of St Edmunds form a single community. The student body elects a lively executive committee annually and runs the Combination Room with its bar, pool table and a host of social events. The extensive grounds provide for recreational activities and the kitchen provides up to three meals a day as well as formal meals at least once a week during term time. The College continues to enjoy a fine sporting record with many members representing the University and their own countries. There are numerous active College societies including a law society, a lively music society and a choir. The College Chapel reflects the Catholic tradition and is open to other Christian bodies, for whom liturgical arrangements are made. Its open to all members of the College as a place of quiet prayer and contemplation. The Von Hgel Institute founded within the College consists of a group of scholars, including visitors from abroad, who study social issues of justice, peace, poverty and sustainability in a religious context. The Faraday Institute conducts scholarly research, teaching and publication on science and religion.

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St Edmunds offers a supportive environment where Fellows, staff and students work together to make it an enjoyable place to study and socialise. The collective community spirit and range of nationalities in the student body sets the College apart from other Colleges, and makes for a welcoming and enriching environment.

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Master Professor Paul Luzio Senior Tutor Dr Helen Mason Admissions Tutors Dr Judith Bunbury Dr Anna Gannon (Deputy) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr D Woodman Archaeology & Anthropology Dr C Roughley Architecture Professor K Steemers Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr P-Y Lin Chemical Engineering Dr D Scott Classics Mrs N Hennessey Computer Science Dr R Harle Economics Mr J Newton Education Dr P Gardner Engineering Mr A McRobie English Dr C Warnes Geography Dr H Allen History Dr R Horrox History of Art Dr A Gannon Land Economy Mrs M Gardiner Law Dr S Butler Linguistics Dr T Biberauer Management Studies Dr E Yin Manufacturing Engineering Dr C Barlow Mathematics Dr P ODonnell Medicine Dr D Webster (Pre-Clinical), Professor H Gaston (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr E Davey Music Dr B Walton Natural Sciences Professor M Field (Biological), Professor U Steiner (Physical) Philosophy Dr S Olsaretti Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr J Liht Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr M Robson Veterinary Medicine Dr D J Chivers (Pre-Clinical), Professor M Herrtage (Clinical) external Director of Studies

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St Johns College
www.joh.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338703 Switchboard 01223 338600 Fax 01223 766419 Email admissions@joh.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 576 undergraduates, 390 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 29 June, 7 July, 8 July, 17 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code X Location St Johns Street Cambridge CB2 1TP Map reference 24

St Johns offers a beautiful and intellectually stimulating environment where you belong to a friendly, open and diverse community with five centuries of academic excellence and tradition. The atmosphere in College is lively, challenging and inspiring. Were committed to providing a world-class education in an exciting multicultural environment where youll thrive, realise your potential and even exceed your own expectations. Added to the appeal of its riverside grounds and historic buildings, our central location provides easy access to University facilities. St Johns accommodates all its undergraduates on-site, promoting a strong sense of collegiate identity. St Johns many clubs and societies, all run by students, provide a great way to meet people and get involved in College life; whether you want to watch a film, discuss politics, make music, dance, play football or take a College punt on the river. One of the most important experiences that St Johns can offer is participation in a community that achieves distinction at the highest level. Whether at a concert, in the library or in conversation over dinner, as a student here youll be immersed in a world where the exchange of ideas is enthusiastic, unpretentious and motivating.

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Student accommodation is of a very high quality theres an exciting variety of rooms in each court, and the food is great, with a wide choice of places to eat. Weve got some of the best examples of old and modern buildings in Cambridge spanning both sides of the river, and all just a few steps from the shops. The new library has everything we need and more. Shelves stacked with all the undergraduate texts in every subject. Its a brilliant study space, too. Its not posh just brilliant. It really is as good as it sounds. Dr Helen Watson, the Admissions Tutor, and Debbie, Mel, Phil and Chris from the Admissions and Access Team, are always happy to offer individual advice to applicants and schools. Look at our website for information about events, open days and ways of contacting us in person throughout the year. Please come and see for yourself.

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Coming to university for the first time is a scary experience, but the great thing about Johns is that the College understands this and does its best to make new students feel at home as quickly as possible. Theres a lot of support from the College itself and from the other students, both in your own year and in the older years by the second term its often difficult to tell which students are in which year group!
Natalie

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Master Professor C Dobson Senior Tutor Dr Matthias Drrzapf Admissions Tutor Dr Helen Watson Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr M N Mhaonaigh Archaeology & Anthropology Dr H E Watson Architecture Professor D J Howard Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr J McDermott Chemical Engineering Mr R L Skelton Classics Dr E J Gowers Computer Science Dr R D Mullins Economics Dr S E Sllstrm Matthews Education Dr M Morrison Engineering Dr T P Hynes English Dr C Warnes Geography Dr N S Arnold History Miss S Tomaselli History of Art Dr F E Salmon Land Economy Mrs M Gardiner Law Dr D M Fox Linguistics Dr T Biberauer Management Studies Dr R Chatterjee Mathematics Dr M Drrzapf Medicine Dr S A Edgley (Pre-Clinical), Professor A Kinmonth (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr D R Midgley Music Dr S Castelvecchi Natural Sciences Dr K Johnstone (Biological), Dr P T Wood (Physical) Philosophy Dr S Olsaretti Politics, Psychology & Sociology Miss S Tomaselli Theology & Religious Studies Mr D J Dormor Veterinary Medicine Dr D L Williams external Director of Studies

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Selwyn College
www.sel.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 335896 Switchboard 01223 335846 Fax 01223 331720 Email admissions@sel.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses. Student numbers 400 undergraduates, 200 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July, 10 September Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code V Location Grange Road Cambridge CB3 9DQ Map reference 25

Selwyn College provides an environment in which students can excel academically and achieve their full potential while at the same time enjoying all of the many other aspects which make student life such a rewarding experience. The Fellows of the College are committed teachers who take a real interest in the academic progress of their students as well as helping to provide an exceptionally supportive environment. The College is noted for its high standards, strong sense of community and the lively participation of its students in all aspects of university life. The College occupies a spacious site just a few minutes walk to the west of the city centre. All students are housed on this site for the three or four years of their undergraduate course, and having everyone together contributes to a strong sense of community. Accommodation is arranged around three courts, one of which is newly completed and offers high standard en suite accommodation. All rooms have fast broadband internet connections. Selwyn is adjacent to the Sidgwick Site, which houses most of the arts faculties. Were close to the West Cambridge Site which houses a number of science departments, such as

Physics, Astronomy and Computer Science, and the Centre for Mathematical Sciences is also nearby. None of the other University departments is more than a few minutes away. All of Selwyns buildings are set in beautiful gardens creating a sense of seclusion and scholarly calm which is a welcome respite from the busy city. Selwyn students are enthusiastic supporters of College and University clubs and societies. Recently, College sports teams have been notably successful, and Selwyn enjoys a strong reputation in both drama and music, as well as having an excellent Chapel Choir. The social life within the College is busy and varied, ranging from the ever-popular formal halls (a served sit-down dinner, at a modest price), music sessions in the College bar, to video nights. Selwyn seeks to admit the very best students, regardless of background, on the basis of academic excellence and potential to thrive on our demanding courses. We invite you to visit our website to find out more, or visit us in person on one of our open days. Its always possible to make an appointment to see one of the Admissions Tutors at other times.

Selwyn gave me the confidence to learn new things, and the ability and determination to learn them thoroughly. If you come with an open mind and a desire to study, youll have a fantastic time.
Megan

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Master Professor Richard Bowring Senior Tutor Dr James Keeler Admissions Tutors Dr Mike Sewell (Arts) Dr James Keeler (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr F L Edmonds Archaeology & Anthropology Dr U Bulag Architecture Dr F Hernndez Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Mrs H U Laurie Chemical Engineering Dr J S Dennis Classics Dr R J E Thompson Computer Science Dr R R Watts Economics Dr C Genakos Education Dr D Whitley Engineering Mr J M R Matheson English Dr P J Connell Geography Dr I Black History Dr M J Sewell History of Art Dr A Gannon Land Economy Dr C MacKenzie Law Mrs J A OSullivan Linguistics Dr D W E Willis Management Studies Dr C Velu Mathematics Dr N Nikiforakis Medicine Dr R C Tasker (Pre-Clinical), Dr J Benson (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr M J Tilby Music Dr A V Jones Natural Sciences Dr S O Sage (Biological), Professor W J Clegg (Physical) Philosophy Dr S Connell Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr P J N Baert Theology & Religious Studies Dr A N Chester Veterinary Medicine Dr D J Chivers external Director of Studies

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Sidney Sussex College

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Sidney Sussex College

At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338872 Switchboard 01223 338800 Fax 01223 765744 Email admissions@sid.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education. Student numbers 370 undergraduates, 190 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 6 April, 6 July, 7 July, 14 September, 15 September Mathematics 14 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code 3 Location Sidney Street Cambridge CB2 3HU Map reference 26

Founded in 1596, Sidney Sussex College is a diverse, inclusive and forward-looking community set among elegant buildings and lovely, tranquil gardens right in the heart of Cambridge. We admit around 105 undergraduates each year, and our small size fosters genuine inclusion. Theres no such thing as a typical Sidney student, and our undergraduates come from every kind of background and from all over the world. We particularly encourage applications from state sector students and those whose families have little experience of higher education. At the same time, were firmly opposed to discriminating in favour of any particular sort of applicant, and admission is based solely upon academic merit and potential. At Sidney Sussex, were committed to providing you with all the guidance and support you need to achieve your full potential. We have a large Fellowship of around 70 academics, most of whom are directly involved in teaching and supervising undergraduates. Students enjoy unrestricted access to our well-stocked library and computer suite. Throughout the year, we provide a range of study skills and academic support sessions. We also feel that pastoral care is important, and we have a strong welfare system with links into all areas of student life. The College is surrounded by Cambridges shops, bars and restaurants, and is just a short

walk away from many University departments. First-year students are accommodated either on the main College site, or in a nearby residential building called Cromwell Court. In other years, students may choose to live in Sidney, or in a College-owned house. Rooms range from traditional study and bedroom sets to modern en suites, but all have internet points and access to kitchen facilities. Meals are also available in our beautiful eighteenthcentury Hall. The quality of food is excellent, and our candlelit formal halls are always popular occasions. Being at Sidney Sussex isnt only about studying, and our students manage to combine academic achievement with busy social lives. Our sports facilities (including a new gym) see enthusiastic use, there are College teams for all major sports, and you can participate at any level. Music and drama are well supported, with regular plays, concerts and recitals. The choir has made some critically-acclaimed recordings, and tours regularly in the UK and overseas. One of the Colleges greatest assets is its strong community spirit, with a friendly and supportive relationship between students, Fellows and College staff. The best way to experience this for yourself is by visiting us: were happy to welcome visitors at our open days, or for more informal visits throughout the year. To arrange a visit, please contact the College Admissions Office.

Sidney is a down-to-earth community of interesting and talented people. Youll make friends here in seconds and keep them for life. I wouldnt want to be anywhere else.
Adam

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Master Professor Andrew Wallace-Hadrill Senior Tutor Mr Massimo Beber Admissions Director Dr Kirsten Dickers Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr R Love Archaeology & Anthropology Dr J Stargardt Architecture Dr M Ramage Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr B Steger Chemical Engineering Dr S Rough Classics Dr R Omitowoju Computer Science Dr C Hadley Economics Dr M Pollitt Engineering Dr A Flewitt English Dr E Wilson-Lee Geography Dr I Black History Dr B Fulda History of Art Dr F Salmon Land Economy Dr P McHugh Law Dr E Nanopoulos Linguistics Mrs N Franklin Management Studies Dr M Pollitt Manufacturing Engineering Dr A Al-Tabbaa Mathematics Dr J Ross Medicine Dr P Flynn (Pre-Clinical), Dr M Gurnell (Clinical) Modern & Medieval Languages Dr P White Music Dr D Skinner Natural Sciences Dr V Bennett (Biological), Dr C Doran (Physical) Philosophy Dr N Wildman Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr M Eilstrup-Sangiovanni Theology & Religious Studies Dr P Waddell Veterinary Medicine Dr C Roberts external Director of Studies

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Trinity College
www.trin.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 338422 Switchboard 01223 338400 Fax 01223 338584 Email admissions@trin.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Education and Veterinary Medicine. Student numbers 695 undergraduates, 393 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. Arts 27 June Sciences 28 June Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code T Location Trinity Street Cambridge CB2 1TQ Map reference 27

Trinity College was founded by Henry VIII in 1546. With 695 undergraduates and more than 390 graduates, many from overseas, its the largest and most cosmopolitan of the Cambridge Colleges. The main entrance to the College is at the Great Gate on Trinity Street in the heart of the city. The courts and buildings beyond the Great Gate date mostly from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and are among the most beautiful in Cambridge. They include the famous library designed by Sir Christopher Wren, which backs onto the River Cam. Undergraduates are able to live in College throughout the full length of their course. All rooms in College have internet connections. Meals can be taken in the dining hall but provision is made for students who wish to cook for themselves. Theres a large student centre with common rooms and a bar, the Students Union organises a variety of social events, and the College has its own facilities for many sports. The working library contains more than 80,000 volumes and holds copies of essential books recommended for use on University courses.

Trinity has a long tradition of academic excellence and much is expected of those admitted to the College. However, Trinity welcomes all those who have the ability and will to succeed, whatever their background. Although world-renowned for its excellence in the sciences and mathematics, Trinity also has a most impressive, if less widely publicised record of endeavour in the arts. You can learn more about Trinity by booking a place on an open day, or just by visiting the College informally to have a look round. The website contains comprehensive information and the Admissions Office is happy to deal with further enquiries.

The best thing about life at Trinity is the way it gives students from a huge range of backgrounds one common identity.
Julie

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Master Professor Lord Rees Senior Tutor Professor Grae Worster Admissions Tutor Dr Paul Wingfield Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Professor S D Keynes Archaeology & Anthropology Dr C Petrie Architecture Mr N J Ray Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr M Morris Chemical Engineering Dr A Sederman Classics Dr N Hopkinson Computer Science Dr A C Norman Economics Dr R Gatti Engineering Dr H Hunt English Professor A Poole Geography Dr T Spencer History Professor B Hilton History of Art Dr A A H Mahon Land Economy Dr A Kontoleon Law Professor C Barnard Linguistics Dr M Chinca Management Studies Dr G Dissanaike Mathematics Professor I Leader Medicine Professor C Hughes Modern & Medieval Languages Dr E Widdis Music Dr P Wingfield Natural Sciences Dr J Chin (Biological), Professor S Elliott (Physical) Philosophy Mr N C Denyer Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr G Rangwala Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr M C Banner external Director of Studies

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Trinity Hall
www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 332535 Switchboard 01223 332500 Fax 01223 332572 Email admissions@trinhall.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses, although Education is only available with Classics. Student numbers 369 undergraduates, 270 postgraduates. For men and women. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 26 September Arts 22 March Sciences 21 March Law 23 March Mathematics 7 May (see p145) See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code 4 Location Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TJ Map reference 28

As soon as you spend any time in Trinity Hall, youll notice the friendly atmosphere that exists here. Undergraduates, postgraduates, Fellows and staff all enjoy the vibrant community spirit present within the College. Although one of the oldest Colleges in Cambridge it has almost seven centuries of history behind it, having been founded in 1350 Trinity Hall is anything but oldfashioned in its outlook. Theres a sense of vitality and youth among its members, making it a fun and informal place to live and study. Being centrally located on the banks of the River Cam, Trinity Hall is at the heart of both the University and the city. Its ideally situated for student life in Cambridge, located within easy walking distance of lecture halls, labs, libraries, clubs, pubs and shops. The College library and picturesque gardens back on to the river, providing a relaxed environment in which to work and unwind. A new student bar and common room have also recently been completed, providing a sleek and modern setting in which to grab a drink and catch up with friends, play pool or watch TV.

The College believes that achievement comes in many forms, and our students have maintained a tradition of academic excellence which hasnt inhibited their contributions to College and University life. A large number are involved in not only the College, but also the numerous University clubs, societies and sports. Were proud of the fact that our students look beyond the College walls, as well as within, for their intellectual, sporting and social interests. Accommodation is available for all undergraduates and varies between atmospheric buildings steeped in history to contemporary housing with en suite facilities. More than just a collection of beautiful buildings, Trinity Hall is a dynamic community of people from all over the world. We encourage applications from all school types, particularly those with little or no tradition of applying to Cambridge. To find out more about Trinity Hall, please visit our website or attend one of our open days. Additionally, our Admissions Officer is always happy to answer any queries you might have.

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Its the collective community spirit of Trinity Hall that sets it apart from the rest. Whether youre working in the library, playing a sporting fixture, going to College ents or just relaxing in the JCR, you can always guarantee that therell be a friendly face in sight.
Jay

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Master Professor M Daunton Senior Tutor Dr Nick Bampos Admissions Tutors Dr Clare Jackson (Arts) Dr Andrew Murray (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr P Russell Archaeology & Anthropology Dr P Miracle Architecture Ms D Haigh Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Professor J Montgomery Chemical Engineering Dr M Johns Classics Dr L Prauscello Computer Science Dr S Moore Economics Dr C Ristuccia Education Dr I Frowe Engineering Dr S Guest English Dr J Schramm Geography Professor J Stargardt History Dr C Jackson History of Art Professor D Howard Land Economy Professor I Hodge Law Dr L Bartels Linguistics Dr D Willis Management Studies Dr R Chatterjee Mathematics Dr T Tokieda Medicine Dr J R Bradley Modern & Medieval Languages Dr M Ruehl Music Mr A Arthur Natural Sciences Dr B Hollfelder (Biological), Dr M Hobson (Physical) Philosophy Dr F MacBride Politics, Psychology & Sociology Dr A Fraser Theology & Religious Studies The Reverend Dr S Plant Veterinary Medicine Dr D Bainbridge external Director of Studies

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Wolfson College
www.wolfson.cam.ac.uk At a glance
Telephone Admissions 01223 335918 Switchboard 01223 335900 Fax 01223 335937 Email ugadministrator@wolfson.cam.ac.uk Courses available The College accepts applications for all courses except Mathematics (although applications are accepted for the Part III Mathematics course). Student numbers 115 mature undergraduates, 503 postgraduates. For men and women aged 21 and over. Open days 2011 Booking required. See the College website for further information. All subjects 7 July, 8 July See also Cambridge Open Days (p143). UCAS campus code W Location Barton Road Cambridge CB3 9BB Map reference 16

Wolfson is one of the most cosmopolitan Colleges in Cambridge with typically 90150 mature or affiliated undergraduates in residence, about 15 per cent of the total College student population. Typically 60 per cent of students are male and 40 per cent female; average age 27. Wolfson welcomes mature undergraduates (21 and over) and has the largest number of affiliated students in the University. In addition, Wolfson is one of three Colleges that admit students for the Graduate Course in Medicine. The College has a lively, friendly atmosphere and an international character. Its life is enriched by the high proportion (about 50 per cent) of overseas students, from over 70 countries. A wide range of subject specialisms is represented among both Fellows and students. The breadth of membership is further extended by senior academic visitors from abroad and by people from journalism, industry and the public services who come to Wolfson for short periods of research and study. The relationship between senior and junior members is informal; common rooms, facilities and social activities are equally open to both. Spouses and partners of members are welcome and can participate in College life.

The College is situated in West Cambridge, close to the University Library and the arts faculties. Most other University departments and the city centre are about 10 minutes away by bicycle. The main buildings of Wolfson College were built in the 1970s around attractive garden courts. The College has accommodation for most students who want to live in College. All rooms have central heating, telephone and computer sockets. Most are single study bedrooms, some with en suite and some with shared facilities, with access to well-equipped kitchens. Theres also some accommodation for couples. The College has a spacious library, two computer rooms equipped with a combination of IBM PC compatible and Macintosh machines which allow access to the University network, email and the internet, together with laser printing facilities. Students are welcome to tour the College on an informal basis at any time. Please contact the College Admissions Office or see the website for further information.

The unique thing about Wolfson is not only that you work with people from different academic backgrounds and levels, but also people from all over the world.
James

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President Dr R Evans Senior Tutor Ms Jane McLarty Admissions Tutors Dr Michael Hrebeniak (Arts) Dr Lesley MacVinish (Sciences) Directors of Studies Anglo-Saxon, Norse, & Celtic Dr E Ashman Rowe Archaeology & Anthropology Dr M L Srensen Architecture Dr A Fair Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Dr S Church Chemical Engineering Dr S Rough Classics Dr D Money Computer Science Dr J Fawcett Economics Dr N Allington Education Dr C Counsell Engineering Dr C Y Barlow English Dr M Hrebeniak Geography Dr H Allen History Dr C Granroth History of Art Dr A Gannon Land Economy Dr S Monk Law Dr J S Davis Linguistics Dr P Buttery Management Studies Dr C Velu Mathematics (Part III) Dr P D Death Medicine Dr L J MacVinish (Pre-Clinical), Dr J D Firth (Clinical) Medicine (Graduate Course) Dr L J MacVinish, Dr J Clark Modern & Medieval Languages Mrs N Franklin Music Dr I Cross Natural Sciences Dr S Taraskin Philosophy Dr S Connell Politics, Psychology & Sociology Ms E McPherson Theology & Religious Studies Mr T Winter Veterinary Medicine Dr L J MacVinish (Pre-Clinical), Dr S Lloyd (Clinical) external Director of Studies

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