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Ancient university

Among British universities, an ancient university is one founded before the 19th century in Britain.

The ancient universities in the United Kingdom are, in order of formation:

"Oxbridge" is a portmanteau name for the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, the two oldest in England.

Ancient universities exist elsewhere in the world. For these see also:



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