Fraserburgh University

University of Fraserburgh
College Bounds, a possible site of the university.
TypeAncient University
Active1592–1617
FounderSir Alexander Fraser
Religious affiliation
Church of Scotland
Location
Fraserburgh
,
Aberdeenshire
,
Scotland
CampusUniversity town

The University of Fraserburgh was a short-lived university founded in 1592 in Fraserburgh, Scotland by Sir Alexander Fraser of Philorth. Despite ambitious plans and parliamentary support, the university ultimately failed to develop fully and closed in 1617.

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