Darwin College

Quick facts

• Graduate college
• Large graduate college
• Approx 760 postgraduates

Reputation

The first graduate-only college in Cambridge, situated next to the river and meadows with its own island for summer BBQs. Strong ties to biology. Informal with environmental food ethos — plant-based dishes every day. Rooms available for couples and families.

Academic strengths

Biological Sciences, Interdisciplinary

Famous alumni

Jane Goodall, Nigel Warburton, Elizabeth Blackburn

Atmosphere

Informal; first Cambridge graduate-only college; next to river and meadows

Location

Near centre

Sports

Beekeeping, Cuban salsa, robotics, cycling, cricket, running clubs; BBQ on college island in summer

Dining

Plant-based dishes every day; Formal Hall most Wednesdays and Fridays

Accommodation guarantee

282 rooms; accommodation for couples and families