Lucy Cavendish

Address: Lucy Cavendish Lady Margaret Road Cambridge CB3 0BU [map]

Telephone: 01223 330280 (Admissions Office) 01223 332190 (Switchboard)

Fax: 01223 332178

Email: lcc-admission@lists.cam.ac.uk

Website: www.lucy-cav.cam.ac.uk

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

There is no such thing as a typical Lucy student. But what they all have in common is that they have chosen to take a degree at a time that suits the pattern of their own lives. Lucy women come from every conceivable background and walk of life; they come from Access to HE Diplomas, A level studies, Open University courses and overseas equivalents. Some already have a degree and want to undertake another in order to change direction. Many have years of professional experience to their credit; others have pursued their interests in different ways. All Lucy students join a College community devoted to academic excellence.

Lucy Cavendish is the College for women aged 21 and over. There is regular contact between Fellows and students at College lectures, seminars and workshops, and, more informally, over lunch and dinner. There is no separate high table. Thursday dinners (formal halls) at the College attract large numbers of guests (female and male!) including visiting parties from University societies and other Colleges. Many social events are held in the lovely café-bar which opens onto the tranquil College gardens. Students take part in a range of sports at both College and University level, and our rowers are particularly successful. And students and Fellows share the pleasure of singing in the College choir.

As one of the three Colleges admitting students for the Graduate Course in Medicine in addition to the standard Medicine course, Lucy Cavendish has a particularly strong provision for the teaching of Medicine, as well as Veterinary Medicine and a range of other subjects.

The College has a beautiful site close to the centre of Cambridge with comfortable accommodation, a modern purpose-built library with extensive computer facilities, a well-equipped gym and a music pavilion. Most rooms are en suite or are sets sharing a bathroom. Some are suitable for students with mobility difficulties, and all have access to self-catering facilities and the University’s computer network. Well-appointed graduate rooms and accommodation suitable for couples are available off-campus.