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-admissions@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. However, one thing they all have in common is that they have chosen to take a degree at a time in their lives that suits them. Lucy women come from every conceivable walk of life. Some already have a degree and want to take another in order to change direction; many have years of professional experience to their credit; others have pursued their interests in less structured (but equally vital) ways. Lucy Cavendish students come from Access to HE Diplomas, A level studies, Open University courses and overseas equivalents. All are ready to be challenged by the outstanding academic and extra-curricular opportunities offered by the College and the University.

Lucy Cavendish College is for women of 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 for Fellows. 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 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. 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 the teaching of Medicine, and Veterinary Medicine. The College provides internal teaching in a range of other subjects also.

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 and meditation’ pavilion. Most student 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.

If you are a mature woman who is thinking of applying to Cambridge, please contact our Admissions Office by telephone or email. We are happy to answer your questions and discuss your plans.