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International students

We're proud that our open, friendly community includes over 180 international students from more than 45 different countries.

Studying abroad can be challenging. We work very closely with the University's International Student Office to support our overseas students and make sure they have a great experience studying at Jesus College.

International Student Guide

You can find a lot of useful information and detailed advice on the University International Students website and in the International Student Guide, which is updated every year with everything you need to know before, during, and after applying to Cambridge.

Both of these resources offer practical information and tips on coming to live and study in Cambridge from an international student perspective. 

Arrival information

Entering the UK

If you are not a UK or Irish national you will need to apply for a student visa and for certain subjects an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate too.

Once your visa and ATAS applications have been approved, most students will be issued an eVisa, which will be evident at the UK Border when your passport is scanned. Physical Biometric Residence Permit cards are no longer being issued with new Student visas.

The University is required to keep copies of your up-to-date immigration documents on your student record. As such, you will be asked to bring in to the Tutorial Department the appropriate documents for you at the beginning of your course for checking and scanning. If you renew or change these documents during your course, you will also need to bring in the new documents for checking and scanning.

Immigration health surcharge

To access the National Health Service (NHS) free of charge while you're in the UK, you need to pay an immigration health surcharge with your visa application.

Welcome events

There are also Welcome to Cambridge events which take place around the world over the summer, organised by the University’s volunteer alumni groups. There are more than 440 groups all over the world.

If you'd like any more information about studying at Jesus College as an international postgraduate student please call us on +44 (0)1223 339421 or email visas@jesus.cam.ac.uk.

Hear from our students

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    Jake

    Postgraduate

    When applying to Cambridge colleges it can feel a bit overwhelming as there are so many to choose from. I applied to Jesus College 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...

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    Tara

    Postgraduate

    Jesus College has all the benefits of being large, historical and prestigious college, whilst also retaining fantastic welfare: the staff and other students all care about each other, and will be there to cheer you on when you are thriving, but also there to support you if you need any help. I chose Jesus due to several reasons, including its prime location, where it is very central, and easy to access everywhere, even if you work in one of the institutes further out. I also selected Jesus for its MCR...

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    Dulcie

    Postgraduate

    Jesus College 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...

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    Tom

    Postgraduate

    There are many reasons why I’m so happy to be a part of Jesus College. 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. Jesus College 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...

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    Fiamma

    Postgraduate

    Jesus College, my home. I am truly grateful to be able to call Jesus College 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...

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