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Why this College?

Our students say the best things about ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´ are the mix of people, the relaxed atmosphere, and our location in the heart of Cambridge.

Our students

We admit around 145 undergraduates a year, across all subjects studied at the University, with roughly equal numbers in arts and sciences.

We welcome applicants from all types of school and background. Everyone is considered for admission as an individual on their own academic merit.

Our facilities

All our undergraduates are offered accommodation either in the main College buildings or in College owned houses just across the road, so all Jesus students live just a stone’s throw from the Porters’ Lodge.

The College grounds are spacious and tranquil, away from the main tourist routes but only five minutes’ walk from the city centre. We’re particularly proud of our award winning library. Our bar, cafe, and common room have all recently been refurbished. Unusually for a Cambridge College, our playing fields are also on the main site.

Our community

ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´ is a diverse, hard working community. Our students are encouraged to pursue their ambitions in all areas, leading to a good mix of academic excellence with music, sports, and the arts. 

Please come and see for yourself what makes ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´ so special, either by attending an open day or by making an informal visit.

Find out more about applying to ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´ or to hear what our undergraduates think please download our alternative prospectus.

Hear from our students

  • Photo of Computer Science student

    Ben

    Computer Science

    The combination of modern computing facilities, inspiring surroundings, and like minded people made ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´ a great place to study. After graduating I worked for a start up company before completing a PhD and now work as a computer vision specialist for a technical consultancy. The Cambridge Computer Science course is highly regarded by employers and the strong theoretical grounding ensures that it remains relevant even though the technology is constantly changing.

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    Computer Science
  • Photo of Education student

    Nadine

    Education

    Studying Education has enabled me to study a broad range of interests within the parameters of my degree. From black feminist theory, to discussing what exactly it means to be 'educated', I have been fortunate enough to explore these areas in depth. The Education Tripos enables students to combine varying interests and passions into a single, well structured, and hugely enjoyable University degree.

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    Education
  • Photo of HSPS student

    Katherine

    Human, Social, and Political Sciences

    Studying Human, Social, and Political Sciences (HSPS) at Jesus is great, as the relatively large intake creates a really supportive group within College. The course itself is diverse, allowing you to study everything from power politics to the psychology of free will. Taking four subjects in part one means you gain experience of several different disciplines before deciding where to specialise.

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    Human, Social, and Political Sciences
  • Photo of Linguistics student

    Alicia

    Linguistics

    I chose Linguistics at ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´, having really enjoyed English Language at A-Level, because I wanted to study topics like child language acquisition and the history of the English language in greater depth. The Linguistics course more than lived up to my expectations; there are so many more areas to study than you realise when you first apply. I especially enjoyed conducting my own experiments in the phonetics lab – it was great to be able to learn practical, as well as theoretical, aspects of Linguistics. My final year dissertation...

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    Linguistics
  • Natural Sciences (Biological) Student

    Tamy

    Natural Sciences (Biological)

    My favourite thing about Jesus is its welcoming community, and the plethora of societies on offer for all abilities and interests. Despite never having picked up an oar in my life, I was welcomed right away into ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ­´´ Boat Club and I’ve found a new passion for rowing! My best Cambridge memory so far is taking part in the ‘Bumps’ rowing race in first year, which was an absolutely exhilarating experience. I chose Natural Sciences because I loved studying both Biology and Chemistry at A Level, and found myself...

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    Natural Sciences (Biological)