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Choosing a Cambridge college

I’m in Y12 planning on doing computer science at uni and applying to Cambridge, I have the predicted grades, im looking for a college that’s not too small and isn’t super touristy. Closer proximity to computer science lectures is ideal too, 30min walk is ok for me, I’ve been to Murray Edwards for some outreach events and did quite like it but though it a little small and wasn’t a fan of the architecture- but I did like the relaxed community feel and the (1st year) accommodation.
As a fussy eater I’d also like a solid kitchen so I can cook meals fairly often as it’s likely I won’t always like the food on offer, and I’d also like an en suite in first year.
Going to the open day tomorrow, any suggestions for colleges to look at?

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Anonymous #2

Churchill- a STEM heavy college with the only point against it being the architecture really. Colleges with the older architecture tend not to have full ovens, but most have at least a few rooms with them. Other options may be Jesus or Downing for good accom with 'nicer' architecture.. Newnham has generally good kitchens but an ensuite is less likely. Another important point to consider would be cost/ financial support available.