What is Murray Edwards College like?

"The college feels ambitious, full of energy and at the same time friendly and welcoming....[Murray Edwards] encourages you to grow as a person, both intellectually and emotionally" - Diana Zinchenko

(The following text is also in the main University prospectus 2012)

Architecturally light and modern, the College is set within informal gardens, a short walk from central Cambridge and close to the Maths Faculty, Cavendish Laboratory and Vet School.

We understand that you'll be looking to achieve your best academically, while enjoying an active social life and preparing for the rewarding career of your choice.

Academically

We offer a positive and creative atmosphere with a stunning library and supportive academic tutors. In addition, you can enhance your strengths by choosing activities from our unique inter-disciplinary academic development programme. Designed with the help of current students the programme offers insights, techniques and challenges to inspire and stretch you.

Professionally

Your future is important. We offer the opportunity to explore your career interests through discussion with specialist consultants and through a rapidly expanding range of College-negotiated and supported internship opportunities.

Socially

Ours is a diverse and open-minded community. We enjoy good food, including a popular salad bar and Saturday brunch. The atmosphere is informal: your friends (male and female) are welcome at any time with many parties and ‘ents', often jointly organised with neighbouring colleges. We also have a gym, tennis court and squash court on site and a thriving boat club.

What does it mean to be a women's college today?

Much has changed since the College was founded as New Hall in 1954, but the individuality of our first students remains central. Recent students have described the colege as 'quirky', 'liberal' and 'innovative' but most of all it remains what the women who choose to come here make it.

Students who visit Murray Edwards College often tell us that it has a special character: come and see for yourself.

Updated March 2012 AC