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London (UNIVERSITY OF an institution)

UNIVERSITY OF, an institution of learning in London, England; originally established as a jointstock undertaking in 1825. In 1836 two charters were granted, one to a university retaining the name of University of London, and having power to examine and grant degrees, another to a teaching body occupying the original premises at Gower street, which took the name of University College, and now prepares students for obtaining the degrees conferred by the university. New and supplementary charters were granted in 1858, 1863, and 1878, the last admitting women to all degrees and prizes granted by the university. In 1910 King's College, except for the Department of Theology, became a part of the university. In 1918-1919 there were 3,300 students and 1,140 instructors. The university sends a representative to Parliament.