Can Cambridge students use other Colleges libraries?

All University members and alumni can use the UL and most can borrow books from there. If you are a member of the University and have a Raven password, you can access many electronic resources without being in the library at all – explore the Cambridge Libraries page for more information.

Can Cambridge students go to other Colleges?

The CAMCard enables you to enter the Colleges*, free of charge, when they are open to the general public, with up to three guests (one at St John’s and Queens’).

Do you have to live in a college at Cambridge?

You will normally be required to live in Cambridge throughout the year, apart from short breaks taken between terms. Part-time postgraduate students have attendance rather than residence requirements, and must live close enough to Cambridge to fulfil these. However, few Colleges can house all their student members.

Does college matter at Cambridge?

In short, the college you go to is vitally important, and should be something that is seriously considered before applying. If Cambridge University is responsible for our intellectual experience, then it is our respective college that governs the overall feel of the full Cambridge experience.

Can anyone use Cambridge Library?

All members of the University of Cambridge are welcome to use the Library. Academic staff, postgraduate and research students from other universities can apply to use the Library for reference. Undergraduate students from other UK universities can apply to access the Library for reference during Cambridge vacations.

Can University students use other University libraries?

Full-time undergraduates can use the libraries of most participating universities for reference only. Academic staff, full- or part-time postgraduates, distance-learning, or placement students can usually borrow from other libraries as well.

Can universities see your other choices?

Universities will only know where else you’ve applied once they’ve made their decision and you’ve decided whether or not to accept them as your firm or insurance choice. But even then it won’t affect things.

Does Oxbridge accept transfers?

Oxford University does not accept transfer students. If you wish to follow an undergraduate course here, then you would need to start the course from the beginning.

Which is the cheapest Cambridge College?

Catz is the cheapest college, with a minute £179 weekly cost.

Is Cambridge cheap to live in?

Summary about cost of living in Cambridge, United Kingdom: A single person estimated monthly costs are 918$ (695£) without rent. Cambridge is 28.23\% less expensive than New York (without rent). Rent in Cambridge is, on average, 54.85\% lower than in New York.

What is the best college at Cambridge University?

The Most Popular Cambridge Colleges In 2020, Trinity College was the most popular college for hopeful applicants, closely followed by Jesus College and St. John’s College. These colleges are often the most popular because they have classic ‘Cambridge’ architecture, are centrally located, and have plenty of funding.

How do Cambridge colleges choose students?

Size – number of students. Appearance and type of accommodation (eg on-site or College-owned houses) Particular facilities (eg for certain sports, performing arts etc) Personal instinct – it just ‘feels right’

How many images are available in the Cambridge Digital Library?

In addition, the Cambridge Digital Library has more than 500,000 images of more than 35,000 objects from our world-class collections freely available to everyone. Explore these resources and the support available to staff and students of the University in our Guide to Online Library Services .

What if I can’t access the library premises in person?

Where is is safe and possible to do so, your Faculty and Departmental Libraries offer zero-contact and (in limited and controlled circumstances) in-person services so that those resident in Cambridge can access the physical collections. If you can’t access the library premises in person, don’t worry!

What has Cambridge University done for online resources?

We have vastly increased the availability of online resources – University members have access to a staggering 1.2 million e-books, 130,000 e-journal titles and 400 databases. In addition, the Cambridge Digital Library has more than 500,000 images of more than 35,000 objects from our world-class collections freely available to everyone.

How do I access the faculty building and the library?

Access to the Faculty building and the library is currently available to Faculty members via card access. No booking is required. Members of other faculties wishing to borrow or return books to FAMES Library should contact library staff . Readers not studying at the Institute of Astronomy should enquire on [email protected] before visiting.