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Please read more below about Trinity’s Biosciences summer events before applying. Please keep in mind that for all our in-person events, all travel and food is covered or reimbursed by Trinity College, so there should be no cost to you. Our events are for current Year 12s in England or Wales, Year 13s in Northern Ireland or S5 in Scotland, to support progression to University. You can apply for one or both of these events, but will only be selected for one of them:
- Bioscience Taster Day Escape Room
- Bioscience Residential
If you, your family or teachers have any questions about the programme, please get in touch with our Schools Liaison Officer at [email protected]. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Trinity Bioscience Taster Day Escape Room
17th July 2024
This immersive, fast-paced day is designed for students interested in studying Biological Natural Sciences or another Biology related discipline at university. You’ll work in teams to crack puzzles, decode clues, and complete hands-on challenges — all inspired by real Cambridge research and supervision-style questions. Paul Elliot will be bringing to the college a series of “escape room” tasks, all based around specific skills required to study the sciences across biology, chemistry, geology, zoology, medicine, and some maths and physics.
Alongside the fun and challenge of the escape room tasks, you’ll attend taster lectures from Cambridge researchers, meet current students, and explore the historic setting of Trinity College.
Day Summary:
- Escape-room style problem solving and team-based biological challenges
- Taster lectures from Cambridge researchers
- Tours of Trinity College
- A chance to meet current students and ask questions
- Free lunch in Trinity’s dining hall
By the end of the day, you will have tested your analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and gained a taste of university-level science.
Our online application form is now open. Please apply by midday 30th May
Trinity Biosciences Residential
29th to 31st July 2025
This programme is ideal for students passionate about biology, particularly those considering studying Biological Natural Sciences at university. During this residential, you’ll take part in taster sessions delivered by Cambridge researchers, you’ll also have the opportunity to meet academics, current students, and admissions staff, gaining insight into university life and the Cambridge learning experience.
You’ll enjoy meals in Trinity’s historic dining hall (including a traditional formal dinner), stay in college accommodation, and take part in evening activities hosted by current student ambassadors.
This programme offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in your subject and experience what it’s like to study at Cambridge.
🏛️ Residential Summary
- Taster sessions in Biology
- College tours
- Meals in Trinity’s dining hall (including formal dinner)
- Evening social activities with student ambassadors
- Overnight accommodation at Trinity College
Our online application form is now open, please apply by midday 30th May
FAQ
If you have a question which isn’t answered, please register for our newsletter in order to hear about our 2024 launch and direct any questions about the residential to our Schools Liaison Officer at [email protected]
So you don’t have to spend extra money getting here, we will reimburse your travel to Cambridge, including covering all train tickets costs or fuel costs there and back. Your food here will also be free and provided in our College. Our catering team are used to feeding students with different dietary requirements, so you should be able to enjoy the day at no cost.
Within our application form, you will need to:
- Tell us your GCSE or equivalent grades, and what you are currently studying. We realise predicted grades can vary across schools so we expect some variation, but you should have a good academic record and be studying academic subjects.
- Tell us a bit about your interests too, so we can work out if you would be a good fit. Not being offered a place does not mean you wouldn’t be a good fit for studying at Cambridge. We can only offer places to a few students and your interests may just not fit the programme this year.
- For an in-person visit, it is likely we will ask you for a teacher reference. Please tell us the name and contact of a teacher who we can get in touch with.
We also ask about whether you have a disability and any accessibility or dietary requirements. This is so we can meet any adjustments you may need and is not part of our selection process.
Check back here later to see what sort of topics you might be covering during your visit. In the meantime, you might want to have a look at our Natural Sciences Tripos degree outline and subject requirements.
Within your application to the residential, you will need to tell us which subjects you are interested in studying and explain your interest. Telling us this now does not mean you have to apply for this subject at University, and we expect you may be still deciding.
These events are open to students in Year 12 (England and Wales), Year 12 (Northern Ireland) or S5 (Scotland). You must attend a non-fee paying school. We will prioritise students from backgrounds which are underrepresented at Cambridge.
Full Event Timetable
What’s the schedule?
Check back here nearer the time to see our schedules.