Durham university: last of the ancient universities and first of the new (1831-1871)

Thesis

This thesis is a study of Durham University, from its inception in 1831 to the opening of the College of Physical Science in Newcastle in 1871. It considers the foundation and early years of the University in the light of local and national developments, including movements for reform in the church and higher education. The approach is holistic, with the thesis based on extensive use of archival sources, parliamentary reports, local and national newspapers, and other primary printed sourc...

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Authors: Andrews, M

• Type of award: DPhil
• Level of award: Doctoral
• Awarding institution: University of Oxford
• Language: English
• Keywords: Durham University; Nineteenth century universities
• Subjects: Nineteenth century; University of Durham; Church history; History; Universities and colleges; England--England, North East