Worcester College was founded in the 18th century and is known for its 26 acres of beautiful grounds featuring numerous green spaces, ducks, an orchard, and the College sports field. The College values welfare very highly and has a number of avenues of support for College members with any kind of problem. There are generally 3 bops a term, where two take place in the college bar, and the third takes place in a club. Other regular social events include themed evenings, comedy nights, and charity auctions amongst other events.
About the university
| General Information | |
| Name | Christ’s College |
| Phone Number | 01223 764329 |
| admissions@christs.cam.ac.uk | |
| Website | https://www.christs.cam.ac.uk/ |
| Location |
Christ’s College is located on St Andrews Street in the centre of Cambridge and is surrounded by other colleges, such as Emannuel College and Sidney Sussex College |
| Financial support | Christ’s College offers grants to assist home students with dissertation research, laboratory work, extracurricular activities and more. The college also offers additional bursaries on a sliding scale to further aid students. More information can be found here |
| Life at College | |
| Societies | The specific college societies for Christ’s include:
As well as these, there are hundreds of other university societies and sports clubs open to students of any ability |
| Accommodation | Accommodation is guaranteed for all entrants to Christ’s college. This extends for the full length of the undergraduate course. Accommodation is available in First Court, Second Court, Third Court, the Todd Building, New Court and on King Street and Jesus Lane behind the campus. Around 40% of the rooms are en suite, with the remainder having shared bathrooms between students. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, chair and bookshelves. All rooms will have designated kitchen facilities nearby, with access to a fridge, hobs and cupboards. Kitchens are shared between 2-12 students. Room prices vary, with the cheapest rooms being £1322 per term and the most expensive costing £2024 per term. |
| Sports | Students at Christ’s College can play a range of sports, including American Football, Lacrosse, Hockey, Squash, Football and many more. Playing fields are shared with St Catharine’s College and are a 9-minute cycle from Christ’s. Christ’s also have several squash courts and a fitness centre in the Yusuf Hamied Centre. |
| Welfare | The Porter’s Lodge is on hand 24/7 for any emergencies, medical or otherwise. A College nurse is also available to help. Christ’s college has an in-house counselling service that can provide support, as well as both, male and female welfare officers. Undergraduate and graduate students can also be paired with current students to allow for a more seamless transition into life at Christ’s college. |
| Miscellaneous |
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| Famous alumni | Charles Darwin John Milton Robert Oppenheimer John Oliver |
