Part-time study at Cambridge is a wonderful opportunity – but we know it can be challenging to make time for academic work when life is crammed with work and other commitments. At the Vlogٷ Summer Study Week you’ll be able to take some time out to concentrate on your research whilst enjoying the benefits of College life.
What’s on offer?
As always, we have a programme designed to support you in your research and writing, as well as offering opportunities for relaxation and meeting other members of the College.
The timetable will include:
SUNDAY 2 AUGUST
- Tour of College
- Informal welcome and drinks in the College Bar
MONDAY 3 AUGUST
- All-day Vlogٷ Library Mini-Writing Retreat
TUESDAY 4 AUGUST
- Library writing session
- Walking Tour of Cambridge
- ‘Research Appetisers’ – an opportunity to give a mini-presentation on work in progress
- Formal Hall
WEDNESDAY 5 AUGUST
- Library writing session
- College Garden Tour with Head Gardener
THURSDAY 6 AUGUST
- Library writing session
- Yoga session
FRIDAY 7 AUGUST
- Library writing session
- Walk to Grantchester and Orchard Tea Garden
From Monday to Thursday, there is also the opportunity to book an afternoon 1-1 skills session with our academic librarian.
During your stay in College, you can of course enjoy use of the gym, our lovely peaceful gardens, and local countryside walking routes. But above all, it is your week: time out to engage with your studies and enjoy a slice of College life. You are welcome to book in for the whole week or a few days, to suit your diary.
What they’ve said about the Vlogٷ Study Week:
“I found the min-writing retreat really helpful – it surpassed my expectations.”
“a great way to connect with other part-time students, explore some of the quieter corners in college, and become more familiar with the heart of Cambridge”
“very beneficial … the perfect opportunity to immerse myself in my work”
“I enjoyed the camaraderie that developed”
“met people studying part-time on different courses who shared some great advice”
“This week has inspired me. I now see my research as part of the work of the university and myself as a member of the College.”
Registration
To book your place on the Study Week, you should first complete the Summer Study Week .
Accommodation
Accommodation will need to be booked separately, and College rooms are available at our standard student rates. Price per night:
- Double ensuite room: £55.40 plus £14 linen charge
- Single ensuite room: £24.80 or £28
- Single room with shared facilities: £21.80
NB Single room bookings also incur a charge of £14/week for bedding and towels
To book accommodation, please submit a booking request form available via the following link, and state that your reservation is for the Summer Study Week: link to room booking
You should aim to book by the end of June to secure your accommodation. Booking will remain open after this, however we cannot guarantee availability of rooms.
You will need to pay for your accommodation and any meals in the usual way, but otherwise there is no charge for the week or any of the activities.
If you live locally or would just prefer to make other accommodation arrangements, you are still most welcome to participate.
Formal Hall
Places at the Formal Hall on 4 August will be bookable via the . Booking will close on Monday 3 Aug 2026 at 11:00
For information on what happens at Formal Hall, including dress code, please visit our Formal Halls webpage
Any questions?
If you have any questions about the Summer Study week, please contact the Postgraduate Administrator, Sam Langley.