Georgia tries out life at Cambridge University (From Borehamwood Times)

Hertswood Academy, Borehamwood, pupil tries out life at Cambridge University

8:00am Saturday 23rd February 2013 in News By Anna Slater

A gifted student got a taste of life at Cambridge University as part of a shadowing scheme.

Georgia O’Brien, a pupil at Hertswood Academy in Thrift Farm Lane, was one of 370 pupils who took part in the project.

The 17-year-old teamed up with a student from Emmanuel College, and attended lectures and social events to try out life as an undergraduate student.

Georgia, who hopes to study English at university, said: “I was worried it would be a confusing place, but everyone was so welcoming.

“The colleges provide a lovely home for students and it feels very safe and friendly.

“My mentor made sure I saw as much as possible of the academic and social side of Cambridge. I feel more confident in applying now I have enjoyed the whole experience.”

Organised annually, the shadowing scheme aims to give bright young people the opportunity to experience life at top universities.