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Jan 1, 1096
The date of foundation
The history of Oxford UniversityThe University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world, and the second- oldest surviving university in the world. Although its exact date of foundation is unclear, there is evidence of teaching as far back as 1096. -
Jan 1, 1167
The growth of the University of Oxford
the history of Oxford UniversityThe University grew rapidly from 1167 when Henry II banned English students from attending the University of Paris. -
Jan 1, 1188
International links
The history of Oxford UnivrsityIn 1188, the historian, Gerald of Wales, gave a public reading to the assembled Oxford dons and in around 1190 the arrival of Emo of Friesland, the first known overseas student, set in motion the University's tradition of international scholarly links. -
Jan 1, 1209
The tension between townspeople and students
The history of Oxford UniversityDuring the Middle Ages there was much tension between townspeople and students. In 1209 a woman was killed. Afterwards 2 students were hanged by the townsfolk. -
Jan 1, 1355
the priveleges for university staff and students
The history of Oxford Universityfurther riots followed in 1228, 1236, 1238, 1248, 1272, 1298. Tension continued because kings granted the students certain priveleges, which harmed the merchants of the town. The tension came to a head in 1355 when a fight occurred between them which lasted for 3 days. Afterwards an investigation was held and as a result the university staff and students were given still more priveleges.
