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Cambridge Centre for Social Innovation
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The Cambridge Centre for Social Innovation is a platform for research and engagement with social innovators, academia and policy in UK and across the world. #socialinnovation

https://www.jbs.cam.ac.uk/centres/social-innovation/
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It's the final day of the residential for MSt cohort 2025/27, and the students spent the morning presenting their dissertation proposals to get feedback from faculty and peers.

This afternoon we wrapped things up with a review session.

To find out more, visit our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
A group of 7 MST Social Innovation students sit around a large table with Professor Paul Tracey, presenting their dissertation proposals to receive detailed feedback. Dr Nicole Helwig, the TA for the MST Social Innovation, is standing at the front of a lecture theatre of students at Cambridge Judge Business School. She is presenting slides on a writing workshop that she will be running for students later in the year.
October 2, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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The week is flying by and we're already at day 4 of the MSt Social Innovation residential!

Our first session today was on research ethics. This afternoon we've been focusing on qualitative case studies.

Explore how to join the next intake of the programme on our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
October 1, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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We've reached the middle of the MSt Social Innovation residential and our focus has switched to quantitative research methods, led by Professor Elizabeth George.

It's been another busy day!

To see how you could join the programme as part of our next cohort, visit bit.ly/3VVW7zt
Professor Elizabeth George stands at the front of a lecture theatre containing a cohort of MST Social Innovation students. She is teaching on quantitative research methods. In a wider angle photo, Professor Elizabeth George stands at the front of a lecture theatre containing a cohort of MST Social Innovation students. She is teaching on quantitative research methods.
September 30, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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Day 2 of the MSt Social Innovation residential has been another busy day!

For the final session we were delighted to welcome alumni Sandra Ool and Samia Qader to discuss their experiences of the dissertation process!

To find out more, visit bit.ly/3VVW7zt
MST Alumni Sandra Ool and Samia Qader stand together in front of a whiteboard at Cambridge Judge Business School. A group of four MST Social Innovation students are gathered around a flipchart making notes. Professor Paul Tracey stands in front of a lecture theatre of MST Social Innovation students at Cambridge Judge Business School.
September 29, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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It's the first day of MSt Social Innovation Cohort 25/27's residential week!

The students will have a busy week focused on preparation for their dissertation!

To find out more about the programme and how you could join us, visit bit.ly/3VVW7zt
Professor Paul Tracey stands at the front of a lecture theatre of MST Social Innovation students on the first day of their residential week. The CJBS Library Team deliver their slides on Data Management to the MST Social Innovation students. Dr Michelle Darlington stands at the front of the lecture theatre of MST Social Innovation students delivering her workshop on Research Design.
September 28, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Applications for the MSt in Social Innovation for 2027 are now open!

To see how you could join the programme, visit our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt

#SocialInnovation #MastersInSocialInnovation #MastersDegree #CambridgeUniversity
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September 10, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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It's the final day of the MSt Social Innovation residential week!

Students delivered their group presentations this morning. We were then delighted to have Professor Leon Prieto discuss alternatives to traditional capitalism.

To find out more about the MSt programme visit: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
Professor Leon Prieto stands at the front of a lecture theatre of Masters in Social Innovation students at Cambridge Judge Business School. A group of five Masters in Social Innovation students stand at the front of a lecture theatre at Cambridge Judge Business School, delivering their group presentation. A group of five Masters in Social Innovation students stand at the front of a lecture theatre at Cambridge Judge Business School, delivering their group presentation.
June 26, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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It's Day 4 of the MSt Social Innovation residential week, and we're continuing our focus on social finance.

The students took part in a role play exercise earlier, acting as investor or investee to conduct some detailed negotiations!

To join our next cohort, visit our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
Masters in Social Innovation students sit in groups in a lecture theatre, taking part in a role play exercise as investors and investees. Masters in Social Innovation students sit in groups in a lecture theatre, taking part in a role play exercise as investors and investees. Masters in Social Innovation lecturer Dr Nicole Helwig stands at the front of a room of students in a lecture theatre at Cambridge Judge Business School.
June 25, 2026 at 1:13 PM
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We've reached the middle of the (very warm!) MSt Social Innovation residential week, and today we're focusing on finance.

To start the day we held a fascinating panel on The Water Problem.

You can find out more about the programme on our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
Panellists Michelle Darlington, Dean Muruven, and Richard Lee sit at the front of a lecture theatre of MSt Social Innovation students. Nicole Helwig and Neil Stott, MSt Social Innovation lecturers, stand at the front of a lecture theatre of students at Cambridge Judge Business School.
June 24, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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On Day 2 of the MSt Social Innovation residential, we're focusing on impact.

We had a fascinating discussion with social innovators, and then alumnus Byron Arnegard talked to the students about Engineering Impact.

If you're interested in joining our next intake, visit our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
A panel of four social innovators sit at the front of a lecture theatre of students at Cambridge Judge Business School. They are sharing their experiences of social impact. MSt Social Innovation alumnus Byron Arnegard stands at the front of a lecture theatre of students at Cambridge Judge Business School. He is about to deliver his session on Engineering Impact.
June 23, 2026 at 3:44 PM
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We're delighted to welcome MSt Social Innovation Cohort 2025/27 back for their third residential week!

This week's teaching focuses on social innovation in practice.

If you'd like to find out more about the MSt programme, visit our website bit.ly/3VVW7zt
A group of MSt Social Innovation students stand at the front of a lecture theatre at Cambridge Judge Business School. The screen on the wall behind them shows an image of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. MSt Social Innovation lecturer Dr Nicole Helwig stands at the front of a lecture theatre at Cambridge Judge Business School, with a presentation on the Canadian Nutrition North programme on the screen behind her.
June 22, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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TODAY is the last day to apply for 2026 entry to the MSt Social Innovation programme - don't miss out!

If you're planning to apply today, visit our website for more information: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
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April 15, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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Apply now!

There are just two days left until the MSt Social Innovation 2026 application deadline - if you're planning to apply for our next cohort, don't leave it too late!

Find out more about the application on our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
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April 13, 2026 at 8:58 AM
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Don't miss out - there is just 1 week to go until applications close for 2026 entry to the MSt Social Innovation!

If you're planning to apply for the 2026 MSt cohort, don't leave it too late!

Find out more about the programme and how to apply on our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
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April 8, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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There's just two weeks to go until the 2026 application deadline for the MSt Social Innovation programme - so if you're thinking of applying, don't leave it too late!

For more information about the programme and to apply, visit bit.ly/3VVW7zt
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April 1, 2026 at 1:50 PM
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It's already the final day of the MSt Social Innovation residential!

We ended the day with a guest lecture from Professor Prathivadi Anand of Bradford University, an excellent way to round off the week!

To see more information about the MSt and how to apply, visit: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
March 27, 2026 at 3:17 PM
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Day 4 of the MSt Social Innovation residential has had some lively discussions on AI and the future!
We were delighted to welcome Professor Damon Silvers and MSt Social Innovation alumna Magdalena Schoeneich (cohort 2019/21) to the classroom.

To apply for our next intake, visit: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
March 26, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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We've reached the middle of the MSt Social Innovation residential week, and today's teaching is by Professor Thomas Roulet.

Believe it or not, the exercise with the blindfolds is about organic leadership!

If you would like to join our next group of students, visit our website: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
March 25, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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It's day 2 of the MSt Social Innovation residential week, and today the students have been focusing on managing change. We were delighted to welcome Heather McLeod Grant to discuss social innovation and systems change.

To find out more about the MSt and how you could apply, visit: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
March 24, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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Welcome back to Cambridge, MSt Social Innovation cohort 2025/27! Our students are starting their second residential week and we're looking forward to a busy and fun week.

If you'd like to be part of our next cohort, there's not much time left to apply! Visit our website for more: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
March 23, 2026 at 4:23 PM
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It's now just 4 weeks until the MSt Social Innovation application deadline for 2026 entry to the programme - so if you're planning to apply for this year, don't wait too long!

Find out more about the programme and how to apply: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
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March 18, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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5 weeks to go!

There are just 5 weeks until the MSt Social Innovation application deadline for 2026 entry - if you're planning to submit your application to study with us this year, there's not much time left!

Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3VVW7zt
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March 11, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Join us on Wednesday 11 March for our final admissions webinar for 2026 entry to the MSt Social Innovation - don't miss your chance to have your questions about the programme answered!

Visit our website for more details and to register: bit.ly/4eUHcw3
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March 9, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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If you're thinking about applying for the MSt in Social Innovation for 2026 entry and have questions about the programme, come along to our Meet the Director webinar on Wednesday 11 March!

Visit our website to register: bit.ly/4eUHcw3
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March 5, 2026 at 10:41 AM
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If you're interested in finding out more about the MSt in Social Innovation programme and how you could join our next cohort, make sure you register for our next Meet the Director webinar!

To see the webinar details and to sign up, visit our website: bit.ly/3ZaCWTc
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January 29, 2026 at 10:50 AM