Ancient university

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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:

University of Oxford -- founded 1249
University of Cambridge -- founded 1284
University of St Andrews -- founded 1411
University of Glasgow -- founded 1451
University of Aberdeen -- founded 1494
University of Edinburgh -- founded 1583

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

See also

University of Dublin -- founded 1592 Elizabeth I

Ancient universities exist elsewhere in the world, for these see also:

Medieval university