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Normal School of Science (1881 - 1890)
The Normal School of Science was established in 1881 after a merger between the Royal College of Chemistry and some of the courses of the Royal School of Mines. The School was established for several purposes, including to provide systematic training to school teachers. Subjects offered by the School included physics, chemistry, mechanics, biology and agriculture. In 1890 the School was renamed the Royal College of Science.
Previous and Subsequent Entities
1881 - 1890 Normal School of Science
1890 - Royal College of Science
1907 - 1988 Imperial College of Science and Technology
1988 - Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine
Published by Imperial College, London
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Updated: 19 June 2006
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