The University of Paris

The University of Paris, also known as the Sorbonne, was one of the earliest and most influential medieval universities, founded in the 12th century in France. It served as a center for higher education and scholarly activity, primarily focusing on theology, law, medicine, and the arts. The university was known for its structured system of lectures and degrees, shaping modern university models. It played a key role in intellectual life during the Middle Ages, although it was dissolved in 1793 during the French Revolution. Its legacy continues through various successor institutions that inherited its traditions of academic excellence.