Why did will go to St Andrews?

Prince William attended the University of St. Prince William initially wanted to obtain a degree in Art History, and he chose St. Andrews for its prestigious art program. (He later would change his major to Geography.)

Does royalty go to Oxford?

Oxford University is popular with European royals. While many European rulers attended historic institutions like Oxford and Cambridge, royals from other parts of the world — such as Prince Hazim of Brunei — chose former polytechnics to complete their education.

Does the Duchess of Cambridge have a masters degree?

Kate Middleton career sacrifice paid off, as Kate graduated from the University of St Andrews in 2005 with an undergraduate MA (2:1 Hons) in the history of art, and William, who she met while studying there, graduated with a master of arts degree in geography.

What did Kate Middleton study at St Andrews?

Kate Middleton Kate then started at St Andrews University the same year as William, on the same course (before he switched subjects), graduating in 2005 with a 2:1 in History of Art.

Why was the queen not educated?

Aside from this tutorship, Queen Elizabeth received no other formal education and has no academic qualifications. ‘The Queen’s father had disliked school and her mother thought it was more important to have fun,’ Professor Kate Williams, author of Young Elizabeth explained to us.

What did Kate Middleton do her degree in?

What is Kate Middleton degree?

University of St Andrews2005
St Andrew’s School Pangbourne, BerkshireDowne HouseMarlborough College
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What did Prince William study at St Andrews?

1 of 8 Prince William William got a lot out of his time at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland — he earned a degree in geography and met future wife Kate Middleton.

When did Prince William go to St Andrews?

2001
Prince William and Kate, who celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary in April, enrolled on the same art history course at the University of St Andrews in 2001. The Prince later switched to Geography, but their friendship blossomed into romance while they were living together in their second year.

Did the British royal family go to University?

In the past, royalty did not traditionally go to university, instead choosing to start royal duties after school concluded. However, these days young members of the Royal Family are more likely to head to university before juggling jobs alongside royal engagements and charity work. 1. The Duke of Cambridge

What did Prince William and Kate Middleton study at St Andrews?

While at St Andrews, William played water polo and was a regular face on the student party scene. He graduated in 2005 with a 2:1 degree. Kate took a gap year after sitting her A-Levels at Marlborough College, starting at the University of St Andrews in autumn 2001, the same year as William.

What did Prince William study at University?

The Duke of Cambridge studied at the University of St Andrews, where he initially pursued a degree in art history before changing his main subject to geography in the second year. Prince William graduated with a master of arts, earning a 2:1. While at university, he played water polo and met his wife, Kate Middleton.

What GCSEs does the Duchess of Cambridge have?

The Duchess of Cambridge achieved 11 GCSEs at St Andrew’s School in Pangbourne before she studied at Marlborough College in Wiltshire, where she received two As in Maths and Art, and a B in English. After taking a gap-year, Kate then went to the University of St Andrews in 2001, where she met her future husband.