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Wolfson College

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Situated in the leafy suburbs of Cambridge, near the University Library and the Sidgwick site, Wolfson is a contemporary college for mature and graduate students. Wolfson’s reputation as the most cosmopolitan college in Cambridge is well deserved. Meeting students from all five continents of the world is part of everyday life, whether taking part in college societies, sitting in the bar or eating dinner.

Wolfson College

Richard Brown,
PhD Biochemistry, 3rd Year
Northampton

The international profile of Wolfson students has resulted in a diverse range of college societies. These include the renowned salsa night, which draws crowds from all over Cambridge; mainstream and international fi lm societies and the Wolfson Science Colloquium, a forum for students to present and discuss their projects. A recent addition to the social scene has been stand up comedy nights which have rapidly made Wolfson the home of comedy in Cambridge. Frequent parties and chill out sessions are held in the bar, open nine p.m. until midnight, seven days a week. There is also a library, a well appointed gym, a tennis court, two television rooms and a full size snooker table.

Accommodation is comfortable and is usually provided for all three years of study. Rent is about average compared to most Colleges, though the emphasis should be on small for some of the small en-suite rooms. There are no Kitchen Fixed Charges (additional charges for catering and services) and the canteen serves typical college fare that is reasonably priced. Students get discounts in both the canteen and the bar. Formal Hall is not cheap, but the price does include wine. It is at Formal Hall that Wolfson’s more informal and relaxed atmosphere is best observed; there is no high table, which helps break down the barriers between students and fellows.

Wolfson may not be steeped in history, but it more than makes up for this with its informal atmosphere, diverse student body and social scene. Whether studying or socialising, you will find Wolfson a great place to be.

Best thing? Social, friendly and laid-back atmosphere

Worst thing? Distance from the town centre