Bedford College (London)
Bedford College, University of London, was founded in London in 1849 as a higher education college for the education of women. It was the first institution of its type for women in the United Kingdom. In 1900, the college became a constituent school of the University of London. It played a leading role in the advancement of women in higher education, and also in public life in general. The college became fully coeducational in the 1960s. In 1985, Bedford College merged with another of the University of London's colleges – Royal Holloway College. The merged institution was named Royal Holloway and Bedford New College (RHBNC). Whilst this is still the official name, for day-to-day use the college is called Royal Holloway, University of London (RHUL).
Read more about Bedford College (London): History of Bedford College, Merger With Royal Holloway, Notable Alumni, Principals
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