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Hughes Hall is a College of the University of Cambridge with a vibrant, international and friendly academic atmosphere.
Life at Hughes
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Changing the world
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Welcome to Hughes
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Cambridge 21+ free, hybrid residential programme.
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ApplyingWe welcome postgraduates and undergraduates over 21 from diverse backgrounds in all areas of study and research, and offer scholarships and bursaries to new and continuing students.
Life at Hughes Hall
Find out about our accommodation, location, dining and other student essentials.
Meet our students
Our fantastic students on their journey to Hughes Hall, College life, academic inspiration and next steps.
Accommodation and location
We know it's what you really want to know...a guide to our rooms, facilities, vibe and views.
Open days
Visit our College and chat to our Tutors, online or in person, to find out more about Hughes.
Undergraduates
All our undergraduates are over 21 and join us from all around the world.
Postgraduates
We accept the most postgraduates of the Cambridge colleges, and in every subject area.
Be curious
Watch Here
Our remarkable people explain their groundbreaking work and its global impact,
from tackling climate change and childhood cancer to steering technological
advancement and education policy.
Be inspired
Whatâs onBridging academic and external worlds for global impact through a culture of educational excellence, research translation, wellbeing support and social opportunity.
Researchers’ Socials
Starts: 16 April 2026
A chance for Postdocs from Hughes Hall to meet and catch up with each other over Thursday lunch, or Sunday brunch, in a relaxed informal atmosphere.
Implementing Oracy: Inclusion, assessment, impact
Starts: 21 April 2026
The Secret History of the String Quartet: Part III
Starts: 29 April 2026
Exam exposure therapy
Starts: 5 May 2026
College welcomes international writers and poets to Literary Day
16 April 2026
Earlier this spring, we were delighted to host our second Literary Day The varied programme included a Creative Writing Workshop, panel and conversations featuring award winning writers and...
Hughes footballers triumphant
31 March 2026
Impact
IMPACT HQ
Welcome to Hughes Hallâs hub for anyone thinking about the real-world impact of their research. We help you maximise and showcase your impact, plus links to resources, tools and opportunities.
Bridge Centres
Hughes Hall hosts world-leading research translation Centres.
The Owl magazine
Bringing you the inspiring stories behind our brilliant people.
Pathways Programme
Support and development with tailored skills training to help you thrive.
