I chose Cambridge for my PGCE as it’s the leading UK institution for teacher training and Education, with an exciting, research-dominated, cutting edge course. The staff are welcoming and approachable, and make studying here an absolute joy. I’ve already completed one of my three primary school placements, in a reception class in a school just outside Cambridge, and am due to start the next one soon.
I chose Jesus because of its reputation as a sporty College, but the proximity to the city centre is a big bonus. Jesus also guarantees all PGCE students accommodation, which some other Colleges do not offer. Being a complete foodie, with an undergraduate degree in nutrition from Newcastle University, I love the College cafeteria (aka ‘Caff’). I regularly go there for evening meals after a day at school; they do the most amazing brunch at weekends, and everything’s really well priced.
The facilities at Jesus are second to none, with a beautiful chapel and fantastic choir, a great library with a fabulous selection of books and amazing sports facilities. I use these regularly, especially the boathouse as I’m on one of the College’s rowing teams. The wealth of beautiful accommodation for students, including my current shared house, is lovely.
My favourite part of Jesus is my wonderful housemates, who I know will be friends for life. Jesus is a friendly, welcoming and caring College and I feel so lucky to be here. Cambridge is stunning - every corner you walk around, there is another building to marvel at, which makes studying here even more special.
There are many reasons why I’m so happy to be a part of ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´. The three biggest reasons for me are the opportunities to be involved in College sport, the support the College provides for me with for my research and the help in making sure that we have comfortable, affordable accommodation when we have needed it. ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´ is so friendly and so it is incredibly easy to get involved in the sport and social side of the College. The MCR does a great job in welcoming new...
When applying to Cambridge colleges it can feel a bit overwhelming as there are so many to choose from. I applied to ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´ because it has a large MCR which was important for me because I wanted to feel part of a community. Now that I’m doing my PhD here, I’m very glad I did choose a college with a large postgraduate community. Throughout the year there are lots of postgraduate events, including formal dinners, special formals at Christmas and Easter, bops in the bar and film nights in...
ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´, my home. I am truly grateful to be able to call ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´ my second home. It was my preferred option when I first applied for my MPhil and I could not be happier to still be here during my PhD! There are many reasons why Jesus stands out from the other colleges: from its fantastic facilities to its glorious formal dinners and to its wonderful café and brewery room. The Quincentenary Library is a lovely place to study. It has many spaces to choose from and everything...
It is a well-accepted opinion in Cambridge that ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´ is the best college and no other college even comes a distant second. Its sports grounds are enormous, its buildings are mesmerising, its libraries are rich, its chapel is the oldest, its accommodation is the best value for money, its international community is diverse, its religious circles are the most welcoming, and its members are the smartest, kindest and the friendliest. It is one of the central colleges that aims to offer three years accommodation to postgraduates, and has comparatively...
ÌÀÍ·ÌõÔ´´ is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and historical colleges at Cambridge! It is also, in my opinion, one of the most supportive colleges: from wellbeing to the porters there is always someone to ask for advice, support, or to talk through your stress. I chose Jesus for many reasons. Firstly, it’s right in the heart of the city centre which is amazing not only for that quick top-up shop but also to explore the beautiful city of Cambridge even while busy (it’s so easy to go for...
