Institute of Continuing Education (ICE)
Come along to one of our many public lectures and Topical Talks throughout the year. These talks are given by leading experts from the University of Cambridge and beyond, and are an important part of our commitment to public engagement. Learn more about a new subject and join the discussion.
Fraser Grace, co-director of ICE’s Master’s in Writing for Performance, will be in conversation with non-fiction writer and creative writing tutor Midge Gillies in this free Zoom event on Thursday...
Creative writing tutor Derek Niemann will be in conversation with fellow nature writer Nic Wilson about her debut book, Land Beneath the Waves: Nature, Place and Chronic Illness in this free Zoom...
Dr Joe Reed will be in conversation with fellow ICE creative writing tutor Dr Alycia Pirmohamed about his new novel, Terrestrial History in this free Zoom event on Tuesday, 12 August 2025, 7pm,...
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Prior to the screening of La La Land, this workshop gives an insight into some of the key US musicals in film history and how they have contributed to the phenomenon of cinema musicals of which La La Land is one example. Let this workshop rejuvenate your awareness of the genre before you are swept away by the magic of the film itself.
“The name’s Bond...., James Bond”.
"So very nice to meet you Mr Bond. I understand that you're a Secret Agent? Now, I know that your boss is “M” but who exactly do you work for?" ICE Tutor Ian Shields, an expert in strategic thinking, offers an insight into the world of international relations to get you into the mind of Bond, ready for an evening of espionage on the outdoor big screen. Vodka Martini anyone?
Tragedy and comedy are the two opposing faces of drama yet, on rare occasions, we experience both. Before our screening of a quintessentially British example of tragicomedy, Four Weddings and a Funeral, we will explore the genre's historical and philosophical themes and ask what it is we find so compelling about laughing at death. Discount available if you attend the film screening later in the day.
We are delighted to announce a new annual festival of creative writing. To mark our partnership with the BBC National Short Story Award, this festival will celebrate the short story.
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