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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.

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"Downing is an open and critical space. We are interested in how students think and how we can stretch our minds together to embrace the world, imagine and innovate."

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What's happening at Downing

The Heong Gallery: HOCKNEY'S EYE
From 15 March to 29 August 2022

The Heong Gallery: HOCKNEY'S EYE

Downing Shorts - film festival
Monday 13 June 2022

Downing Shorts - film festival

Cambridge Shakespeare Festival: Twelfth Night
Performances from 11 to 30 July 2022

Cambridge Shakespeare Festival: Twelfth Night

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New tropical garden at Downing

New tropical garden at Downing

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Downing seeks a new Master

Student creativity on display in Fine Art Prize exhibition

Student creativity on display in Fine Art Prize exhibition

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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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