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University of London
The University of London is a public collegiate research university located in London, United Kingdom. It was established by Royal Charter in 1836.
Pronunciation
The University of London is pronounced as /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsɪti ɒv ˈlʌndən/.
Etymology
The name "University of London" is derived from the institution's location in the city of London. The term "university" comes from the Latin universitas magistrorum et scholarium, which roughly means "community of teachers and scholars". The word "London" is of uncertain origin, but is believed to be derived from the ancient name (recorded as Londinium) which was given to the settlement by the Romans.
Related Terms
- Public university: A university that is predominantly funded by public means.
- Collegiate university: A university in which functions are divided between a central administration and a number of constituent colleges.
- Research university: A university that is committed to research as a central part of its mission.
- Royal Charter: A formal grant issued by a monarch under royal prerogative as letters patent.
See Also
- List of universities in the United Kingdom
- Education in the United Kingdom
- Higher education in the United Kingdom
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