Cambridge 21+ is a hybrid residential programme for mature students who have never been to university before.
Run by the three ‘mature’ colleges at Cambridge – St. Edmund’s, Hughes Hall, Wolfson, – the programme is designed to help Home fee status students who will be 21 or over when they start their course, make a competitive application to study an undergraduate degree at the University of Cambridge.
The Virtual Programme will take place via Zoom:
Tuesday 29 April – Cambridge University explained
- Breaking down myths about the University of Cambridge
- What is a Cambridge College?
- Why choose Cambridge as a mature student?
- What will you gain from an undergraduate degree?
Thursday 2 May – What makes a successful Cambridge applicant?
- Find out from Admissions Tutors what makes a successful applicant
- What does Cambridge mean by extra-curriculars?
- How do we teach at Cambridge and what do we mean by the supervision system?
- Does the assessment process differ for mature applicants?
Tuesday 7 May – Getting started on your application
- Identify what skills are needed to write a compelling application
- Reflect on your previous experience and how it can enhance your personal statement
- Discover resources and tips to help you get started on your application
- Understand academic support at Cambridge
Thursday 9 May – Funding your degree
- Explaining Student Finance: loans and course fees
- The Cambridge Bursary
- Hear from current students on how they manage their finances
- Work and study balance at Cambridge
The Residential Programme
The Residential Programme is in-person and will take place in July. Participants are invited to stay at one of the mature colleges and take part in academic and social events. These activities may include:
- Panel session with current students
- Study skills sessions
- Tours of all three mature colleges
- Formal Hall dinner (a fun Cambridge tradition)
- Punting on the river Cam
- The chance to attend departmental visits as part of the University’s Undergraduate Open Day
Sign up here: Cambridge 21+ | Undergraduate Study