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Visiting and open days

If you're thinking of applying to Cambridge, why not join us at one of our events? We host informal visits and open days throughout the year.

We're committed to encouraging the best students to apply from all schools and backgrounds. We run a range of events for individuals and groups throughout the year, including open days, virtual open days, and subject masterclasses. Details will always be published on this page, so please do check regularly for upcoming events. 

Open days and informal visits

At open days you can have a look around the College and speak to our admissions team and academic staff, as well as current undergraduates, to help you decide whether Cambridge and Jesus College are right for you. 

Join us on 13 September 2024 for our Open Day. No booking is required for visiting Jesus College, but booking may be required for other sessions around the University. Find out more about Cambridge Open Days.

We are always keen to welcome prospective applicants to College, so please don't worry if you are unable to make it on the open days. You would be welcome to make an informal visit at another time; please report to the Porters’ Lodge when you arrive and let them know that you are a prospective applicant wishing to have a look around.

Virtual tour of Jesus College

We hope our new virtual tour will give you an insight into College life. Fly over the whole site in aerial view, or walk around the grounds, cafe-bar, library and see some student rooms close up.

School visits

If you are a teacher looking to arrange a visit for your school, please visit our teachers and schools page or contact our Access and Outreach Officer by email or phone.

Hear from our students

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    Lewis

    Human, Social, and Political Sciences

    I've thoroughly enjoyed studying Human, Social, and Political Sciences (HSPS) at Jesus. I was nervous before I arrived, but the friendly community of students and staff immediately put me at ease. Not only is the college library a great place to study, it can also get pretty much any book for you on request! Great for a sudden wave of inspiration based on something off the reading list... Outside of academia, the college has been ramping up its connections to industry and career support, which has been invaluable in calming...

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    Elinor

    Philosophy

    The most exciting element of the Philosophy course for me is the wide variety of topics it covers, bringing together aspects from a whole range of diverse subjects. In one week I could be working through a set of logic questions, writing an essay about Mill's thoughts on feminism, and attending lectures on personal identity and utilitarianism! This diversity in the course makes it an incredibly engaging and continuously fascinating subject to study. As well as giving me the chance to develop an array of practical, transferable skills, such as...

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    Philosophy
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    Ben

    Computer Science

    The combination of modern computing facilities, inspiring surroundings, and like minded people made Jesus College 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
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    Charlotte

    Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

    I chose to study Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (AMES) at Cambridge due to my love for languages. I was keen to pick up new languages in addition to those which I had studied at school. The AMES tripos is excellent for this: in Years 1 and 2 I studied Arabic and Persian, and in my final year I am studying Arabic and Hindi. The small class sizes are excellent and really aid in the learning of new languages. The degree is excellent with regards to the choice of modules...

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    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 Jesus College 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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