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Balliol College (/ ˈ b eɪ l i əl /) is a constituent college of the University of Oxford. Founded in 1263 by John I de Balliol , [6] it has a claim to be the oldest college in Oxford and the English-speaking world.
- Balliol College
Il Balliol College è uno dei collegi costituenti...
- Balliol College
Il Balliol College è uno dei collegi costituenti l'Università di Oxford. Fondato nel 1263 da un gruppo di accademici scozzesi su iniziativa del nobile John de Balliol, ha una forte tradizione politica potendo contare su tre ex-alunni che sono poi diventati primi ministri britannici.
Learn about Balliol College, one of Oxford's oldest and largest colleges, founded in 1263 and co-founded by a woman. Discover its academic, scholarly and social activities, and its history and achievements.
History. Balliol has existed as a community of scholars on its present Broad Street site without interruption since about 1263. By this token it claims to be the oldest college in Oxford, and in the English-speaking world.
Origins. The early history of the ancient University of Oxford is shrouded in uncertainty. It came into existence about eight hundred years ago, but in its early days it lacked organisation and facilities. Students had to fend for themselves in small groups based on inns and lodging houses.
Balliol led the way in turning Oxford into a place open to all on merit. If you are hardworking, passionate about your subject, and ambitious to excel, you will find like-minded people here whatever school or cultural background you come from.
Balliol is one of the oldest and most centrally situated of the Oxford colleges, well known for its high academic standards, diverse community, friendly atmosphere and lively spirit of intellectual debate.
