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Welcome to Downing College

A friendly and inclusive academic community in the heart of Cambridge

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Downing College in the University of Cambridge was founded in 1800 by the bequest of Sir George Downing.  Set amidst 20 acres of magnificent grounds in the heart of the city, Downing College is a community of committed scholars and students, current and future leaders in their fields.

It is a place of welcome, of diversity, and of inclusion.

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"I really liked the architecture and open space it provides, and the 'big but not too big' community atmosphere I felt when I visited. I had also heard about the quality of accommodation, which is incredible." Dan, studying Philosophy.

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What's happening at Downing

The Heong Gallery: Barbara Hepworth Divided Circle
15 Nov 2019

The Heong Gallery: Barbara Hepworth Divided Circle

Arts After Dark: STIRBITCH: AN IMAGINARY by Michael Hrebeniak
04 Dec 2019

Arts After Dark: STIRBITCH: AN IMAGINARY by Michael Hrebeniak

Downing Series: Late Night Lute by Candlelight
28 Jan 2020

Downing Series: Late Night Lute by Candlelight

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Christmas message from the Master

Christmas message from the Master

Downing welcomes four new Fellows

Downing welcomes four new Fellows

Expeditions of former Master revealed in digitisation project

Expeditions of former Master revealed in digitisation project

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Downing spotlight

Downing against discrimination

The fellows, staff, and students of Downing College believe that all forms of discrimination and racism are unacceptable.
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