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2 unusual facts about Colleges of the University of Cambridge


Colleges of the University of Cambridge

There are also several theological colleges in Cambridge (for example Ridley Hall, Wesley House, Westcott House and Westminster College) that are affiliated with the university through the Cambridge Theological Federation.

Collegiate university

The University of Cambridge has 31 colleges, which have a significant role in providing independent supplementary tuition and are governed autonomously.


Choral scholar

This is a common practice in the UK at schools attached to cathedrals where the choir is the Cathedral Choir, and at Oxford and Cambridge University Colleges, many of which have famous choirs.


see also

Christ's College

Christ's College, Cambridge, one of the constituent Colleges of the University of Cambridge, England