University of Paris

University of Paris

The University of Paris (Université de Paris, pronounced: [ynivɛʁsite də paʁi]) is a prestigious higher education institution located in Paris, France. It is one of the oldest universities in the world, having been established in the 12th century.

Etymology

The name "University of Paris" is derived from its location in the capital city of France, Paris. The term "university" comes from the Latin universitas magistrorum et scholarium, which roughly translates to "community of teachers and scholars".

History

The University of Paris was established in the mid-12th century and was recognized as a university by Pope Innocent III in 1200 and by King Philip II of France in 1208. It was split into 13 autonomous universities in 1970, but was reestablished as a single university in 2019.

Related Terms

• Higher education: The level of education beyond secondary school, often provided by universities.
• Paris: The capital city of France, where the University of Paris is located.
• France: A country in Western Europe, home to the University of Paris.
• Pope Innocent III: Recognized the University of Paris as a university in 1200.
• King Philip II of France: Recognized the University of Paris as a university in 1208.

This WikiMD.org article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.