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Opening of First Academic Session
- When
- October 1872
- Where
- Aberystwyth
University College Wales opened in October 1872 in Aberystwyth with 26 students, marking a new era for Welsh higher education.
The college opened in October 1872 with 26 students. It was founded in a building in Aberystwyth, which later became known as the Old College. The institution was established through public and private subscriptions, with five regional committees guaranteeing funds for the first three years' running costs.
Sources
- Aberystwyth University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
- Aberystwyth Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
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