Undergraduate Virtual Freshers’ Pack
Welcome to Churchill College!
This page will serve as your virtual freshers’ pack. Please work through this page methodically, ensuring you read everything carefully and paying close attention to any deadlines.
Items which are particularly important or where there is a form you must fill out will be marked with a (*).
You should check this page regularly and frequently as we will continue to add further new information
You might find it useful to download a checklist of the relevant deadlines, to help you keep track.
Feel free to contact the Tutorial Office with any concerns or questions. The Tutorial Office is responsible for the personal and academic welfare of all undergraduates at Churchill.
Compulsory materials
Please use your browser’s ‘back’ button to navigate; some links will take you away from this section of our website.
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Welcome Letter from the Senior Tutor*
A letter of welcome from the Senior Tutor at Churchill, who leads the admission, education and welfare of students. Read the letter*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Safety Presentations
View the safety presentations*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Update your personal details*
Log-in with CamSIS and confirm your phone numbers and address (required)Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Student Handbook*
An essential guide to Churchill College for undergraduates that should be read alongside the Accommodation Handbook.* Read handbook*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Accommodation Handbook and Inventory Forms
You must read the Accommodation Handbook and complete an inventory form* Find Accommodation Handbook and Inventory Forms*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Electrical Safety Inspections
A free visual electrical safety inspection on all portable electrical appliances and plug adaptors that you bring to use at College. All students must attend their… You must register for electrical safety inspection*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
GP Registration and Medical Forms
Information on how to register with a GP. You must register as soon as you arrive. Complete our College Nurse's form, telling us about your health… You must register with a doctor and fill in our medical disclosure form*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Computing Support
An overview of computing facilities at Churchill, including how to set up your Raven account and connect to our WiFi. See Computing information*Female student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
UIS Help and Support*
Information from the University Information Services on Getting Started with IT @ Cambridge, and an overview of Student IT Services. Find out moreFinancial Information
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Endsleigh Insurance
Your accommodation at Churchill comes with Endsleigh contents insurance. Find out more, and personalise your cover. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Banking information for Freshers
It is essential to set up a UK bank account - all payments for accommodation, catering and other charges will be made by direct debit. Important banking informationFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Cambridge Bursary Scheme
Information on the Cambridge Bursary Scheme. Find out moreHealth and wellbeing
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Health & Welfare
Services and support available Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Healthcare FAQs
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Self-help
The University Counselling Service and our College Library offer a variety of self-help resources, which you may find helpful during your time at Cambridge. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Cambridge Nightline
Information about the confidential night-time support service for Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin universities. Nightline informationGetting Around
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Map of Churchill College
Site map of the College Open mapFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Transport and parking
Transport informationFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Map of Cambridge
Map of the university Open mapFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Virtual Tour of Cambridge
Though designed for prospective applicants, this virtual tour of Cambridge should show you the main university sites and attractions. Open tourFor International Freshers
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Responsibilities under Student Visa
If you are being sponsored to study full-time at Cambridge on a Student Visa, it is important you read the University's guide, Your Responsibilities under Student Visa. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
University International Student Guide
A PDF of the University International Student Guide, containing pre-arrival and orientation information. Read the guideFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Immigration Document Checks Guidance for Students
A guide to which immigration documents you will need to provide to us if you are on a student visa. Read the guideFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
ISC International Freshers' Guide *COMING SOON*
A guide for international freshers from the International Students Campaign. Read guideStudent Organised Materials
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JCR Welcome Letter
Letter from the JCR president welcoming all new students. Read the letterFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Freshers' Programme *UPDATED*
A programme of events for your Freshers' week. Do keep checking this frequently as it will be regularly updated. See ProgrammeFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
JCR Freshers' Guide
This booklet is JCR's guide to Churchill and Cambridge. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Cambridge SU Freshers' Guidance
Cambridge University Student Union's (Cambridge SU) guide for Freshers. Open the guideFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
JCR Parent Scheme
Sign up for college 'parents' - current undergraduates who will help you settle in to College life. Sign up for ParentsFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Clubs and societies
Information about Clubs and societies at Churchill College and across the University. View list of clubs and societiesMiscellaneous
Other links and information about Churchill College and life at Cambridge, which you may find useful.
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CamGuides
A set of resources designed to help prepare you for your studies in Cambridge. Open CamGuidesFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Cambridge University Freshers' Events
University Alumni Groups host Freshers’ Events for new undergraduate and postgraduate students starting a course at Cambridge this autumn. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Language Centre
Information about Cambridge University's Language Centre (CULC). View CULC FlyerFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Black Advisory Hub
Information about the Black Advisory Hub and their First Year Induction Programme Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
University Careers Service
Whether you have no idea what you'd like to do, or need help entering a specific sector (including academia), the the University Careers Service offers impartial advice. Visit Careers Service websiteFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
The Churchill Archives Centre
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The Chapel
Information about the Chapel at Churchill, including the choir. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
Freshers' guide to Formal Hall at Churchill
A guide to Formal Hall for those new to Churchill and Cambridge. Find out moreFemale student smiling at the camera, standing against a backdrop of red Boston ivy.
