In the second term of every academic year since 1986 Darwin College has organised a series of eight public lectures. Each series has been built around a single theme, approached in a multi-disciplinary way, and with each lecture prepared for a general audience by a leading authority on his or her subject.

The Darwin College Lectures are very popular, each attended by around 600 people, so you must arrive early to ensure a place. Stewards at the door follow a strict Admissions Policy to ensure fairness. An adjacent overflow theatre (with live TV coverage) is provided for those who cannot be seated in the main hall.

Do you wish to catch up on previous lectures?

• Audio and video of past lectures are available on:
  • iTunes U (more info, iTunes link)
  • The Streaming Media Service (2010, 2009, 2008, 2007)
  • Darwin College Lectures books are available from the Cambridge University Press

Upcoming Lectures

Previous Years

2010: Risk

2009: Darwin