Worcester College was founded in the 18th century and is known for its 26 acres of beautiful grounds featuring numerous green spaces, ducks, an orchard, and the College sports field. The College values welfare very highly and has a number of avenues of support for College members with any kind of problem. There are generally 3 bops a term, where two take place in the college bar, and the third takes place in a club. Other regular social events include themed evenings, comedy nights, and charity auctions amongst other events.
About the university
| General Information | |
| Name | Magdalene College |
| Phone Number | 01223 332100 |
| admissions@magd.cam.ac.uk | |
| Website | https://www.magd.cam.ac.uk/ |
| Location |
Magdalene College is located on Magdalene Street in the east of Cambridge |
| Financial support | Magdalen College has a Student Support Fund to help students experiencing unexpected financial difficulties. There are also the Bell, Abbott and Barnes Funds to help undergraduate students in financial difficulties. More information can be found here |
| Life at College | |
| Societies | Societies at Magdalene College include:
As well as this, there are hundreds of university societies for students to choose from |
| Accommodation | Magdalene College guarantees accommodation for all undergraduate students for the duration of their course. Undergraduate students are housed within the main College courts, the Village on Magdalene Street or in houses owned by the College a short distance away. Rooms come in a variety of sizes, with some having en-suite facilities and other students having shared bathrooms. All rooms come fully furnished with access to kitchen and laundry facilities. Rooms vary from £133 per week to £195 per week. Magdalene College also endeavors to accommodate as many postgraduate students as possible. Most postgraduate students are housed in the main site, with some houses located close to Magdalene College’s campus. Rooms vary from £133 per week to £195 per week. |
| Sports | Magdalene College students share outdoor facilities with St John’s College, which is just a few minutes away from the main site. This includes several playing fields, an astroturf, tennis courts, squash courts and a small gym. Students can choose from a variety of sports to play, including rowing, football, rugby and many more. |
| Welfare | The College has a part time Nurse who can assist with any concerns for both undergraduate students as well as postgraduate students. In addition to this, there is also a College based Counsellor for students to receive support and advice from in regards to their mental health. |
| Miscellaneous |
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| Famous alumni | Samuel Pepys John McPhee Alfred Newton Stella Creasy |
