universit
Universit, commonly written university in English, refers to a higher education institution that awards degrees and conducts research. A typical university comprises multiple faculties or schools and offers undergraduate and graduate programs, awarding bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. In addition to teaching, universities generate new knowledge through basic and applied research and may host research institutes, libraries, and clinics.
Origins lie in medieval Europe, with early institutions such as the University of Bologna, Oxford, and Paris.
Governance typically involves an autonomous body led by a president or rector, with a senate or council,
Universities vary in structure and mission. Public universities are usually government-funded and open to the public;
Across regions, rankings, funding models, and regulatory frameworks shape the university landscape, influencing access, quality, and