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The School.

Head Master.-REV. J. R. MAJOR, D.D.

Vice-Master.-Rev. J. FEARNLEY, M.A.

Second Master in the Classical Division.—Rev. J. EDWARDS, M.A.

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Mathematical Master.-J. HANN, Esq.

Rev. J. R. MAJOR, M.A.

Rev. WILLIAM WEBSTER, M.A.
Rev. THOMAS MARKBY, M.A.
Rev. GEORGE RUST, M.A.

Arithmetical and Second Mathematical Master.-J. HADDON, Esq. M.A.
Writing and Second Arithmetical Master.-J. W. LE JEUNE, Esq.
Assistant Writing and Arithmetical Master.-Mr. T. HUTTON.

French Language.-M. BRASSEUR, Professor, and MM. WATTEZ and
GASSION, Teachers.

German Language.-Dr. BERNAYS, Professor, and Rev. A. WINTZER, Teacher.
Geometrical Drawing.-T. BRADLEY, Esq. Professor.
Landscape Drawing.-HENRY WORSLEY, Esq. Professor.

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A. The "Division of Classics, Mathematics, and General Literature."

B. The "Division of Modern Instruction."

A.

Dibision of Classics, Mathematics, and General Literature.

1. This division is intended to prepare Pupils for the Universities, for the Theological, General Literature, and Medical Departments in the College, and for the learned professions.

2. The regular course of Instruction comprises Divinity; the Greek, Latin, English, and French Languages; Mathematics, Arithmetic, Writing; History, and Geography. Hebrew is also taught to the Upper Sixth Class.

3. German is taught, without any additional charge, to Pupils of the sixth, fifth, and fourth Classes, after the regular School hours, on Wednesday, from -past 1 to 3, and on Saturday, from 12 to -past 1. Pupils of the lower Classes may learn this Language on payment of 10s. 6d. per term.

4. Instruction in Drawing is also given to all pupils on Wednesday, from 4-past 1 to 3, and on Saturday, from 12 to -past 1, on payment of 14s. a term, including drawing materials.

5. SCHOLARSHIPS.-Two of 30%. (one in Classics and one in Mathematics) for there years; and two of 204. (one in Classics and one in Mathematics), one of 104., one of Sl., one of 7., and one of 6l., for two years each; are annually given, in the Lent Term, to those Pupils who shall pass the best examinations.

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B.

Bibision of Modern Instruction.

1. This Division is placed under the general direction of the Rev. John Fearnley, M.A., Vice-Master of King's College School, assisted by the Rev. William Webster, M.A., and by the Mathematical, Arithmetical, French, German, and Drawing Masters.

2. The object in view in this Division is to prepare Pupils for general and mercantile pursuits, for the Departments of Engineering, Architecture, and Military Science in the College, for the Military Academies at Woolwich, Sandhurst, and Addiscombe, and for the Royal Navy and the Commercial Marine.

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3. Pupils in this Division take corresponding rank with those in the Division of "Classics, Mathematics, and General Literature."

4. The Mathematical Scholarships, of 30%. for three years, and 207. for two years, are open to pupils in this Division, French and German being substituted for Greek in the preliminary examination. years, is given to the lower Classes of this Division each year. One additional Scholarship, of 10l. per annum, for two

5. The regular course of Education in this Division commences with the Lower First Class.

When a boy is sufficiently advanced to merit his remove to the Second Class, he then becomes eligible to enter the Division of Modern Instruction, where he will pursue the following progressive course of study :

Class 2.

Class 3.

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Classes Lower 4, and Upper 4.

Classes 5 and 6..

Cornelius Nepos; Latin Exercises; History, and Geography; Elements of Chemistry; English Composition, Repetitions, Dictation; Writing, and Arithmetic; French; German.

Cæsar; Latin Exercises; History and Geography; Chemistry; Composition, Repetitions, and Dictation; Writing and Arithmetic; French; German.

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Virgil and Cæsar; Latin Exercises; History and Geography; Che
mistry; Composition and Repetitions; Construction of Maps;
Euclid, Algebra, Writing, Arithmetic, Book-keeping; French;
German.

Horace and Livy; Latin Exercises; History and Geography;
Chemistry; Composition and Repetitions; Construction of Maps;
Differential Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra, Euclid, higher
parts of Arithmetic, Book-keeping; French; German.

In addition to the regular course of Instruction in the Modern Languages, it has been thought advisable to introduce French and German Conversational Classes, with the view of imparting to the Pupil, by the daily habit of conversation, a facility for expressing himself in these languages, and thereby superseding as far as possible the necessity of a residence upon the continent.

6. Separate Classes are also formed, so as to give special extra Instruction, gratuitously, to boys preparing for any of the following; viz.

1. Commercial pursuits.

2. Military and Naval studies.
3. Engineering and Architecture.

General Rules and Regulations,

Applicable to the whole School.

1. All boys above the First Class, (which is common to both Divisions,) will be placed in whichever Division their parents or guardians shall select.

at any time be moved from one Division to the other.

2. The general age of admission is from nine to sixteen years.

Pupils may

3. The duties of each day commence with Prayers and the reading of the Scriptures in the College Chapel, from which none of the Pupils are allowed to absent themselves.

4. The periods for the admission of Pupils are, the middle of January; the beginning of May; and the middle of September.

Before entering a pupil, the Head Master must be furnished with a testimonial of good conduct from the applicant's last instructor, as well as such particulars with respect to his previous studies as may lead to a correct classification.

5. The Hours of attendance are:

On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from...... 9 o'Clock to 3.
On Wednesday, from

On Saturday, from

9 o'Clock to 1.
9 o'clock to 12.

Pupils who are irregular in their attendance, or inattentive to their studies, will be detained one hour longer, under the charge of a Master; and in each case a letter will be sent to the parent or guardian, stating the cause of the detention.

6. The Vacations consist of seven weeks in Summer; one month at Christmas; and five days at Easter. Pupils are expected to attend the School till the Vacations commence, and to return punctually when they close.

7. There is annually, previous to the Summer Vacation, a public distribution of Prizes awarded by the Council. Examinations for places in the Classes, for promotion, and for Prizes, take place each Term.

8. A Register is kept by the Head Master and the other Masters, of the attendance, employments, and general conduct of the pupils; of which monthly and terminal reports are transmitted to their friends.

9. Instruction may also be obtained within the College, in Italian, Chinese, Hindustani, Fencing, Singing, and Dancing, on payment of the fees specified at p. 20.

10. A course of six elementary Lectures is given gratuitously each term on some subject connected with Art, Science, or Literature.

11. The terms for the whole regular course of Instruction, in either Division, amount to the sum of 61. 15s. 2d. per Term. Upon entrance, the Fees for the first two Terms must be paid in advance, together with the sum of 1. 1s. for the Entrance Fee, and 2s. 6d. for the College Calendar. All fees are payable in advance.

12. Upon entering the Sixth Class, each Pupil is called upon to contribute Ten Shillings to the School Library.

13. Books are supplied in the College, and charged for in the terminal accounts; or pupils may have the use of books on the following terms:-First and second Classes, 11. 10s.; third and fourth Classes, 2/ 10s.; fifth and lower sixth Classes, 31. 10s. Pupils in the upper sixth Class are expected to have their own books.

14. A sufficient time, at 1 o'clock each day, is allowed for luncheon, which is provided in the College at a regulated expense. Those parents who may wish their sons to dine at this hour, may avail themselves of an arrangement made with this object in the College Hall. One of the Masters always presides. The expense of dinner is 1s. per diem, to be paid at the time; or 47. each Term; or 101. for a year, if paid in one sum.

15. Pupils who have been in the School two years, and before leaving it have reached the Upper Sixth Class, are entitled to be recommended for election as Associates of King's College, London, after two years' study in the General Literature or Applied Sciences' Departments of the College, instead of after three years as in all other cases. The privileges of an Associate are, perpetual free admission to the Lectures of the Professors under whom they have studied, in that Department from which they have been elected; they can enter the Theological Department at a reduced fee, and,

in the case of those elected from the General Literature Department, without en nation, &c.

16. Pupils may reside with their parents or friends. The following Masters rece Boarders on terms sanctioned by the Council, which may be learnt on application them, or at the Office of the College :—

Rev. J. R. MAJOR, D.D. 40, Bloomsbury Square.

Rev. J. R. MAJOR, M.A. 68, Guildford Street, Russell Square.
Rev. T. O. COCKAYNE, M.A. 11, Howland Street, Fitzroy Square.
Rev. GEORGE Rust, M.A. 17, James Street, Buckingham Gate.
T. S. CARR, Esq. M.A. 6. Shaftesbury Crescent, Pimlico.
Rev. THOMAS MARKBY, M.A. 7, Gordon Street, Gordon Square.

17. EXTRA INSTRUCTION

After the regular School hours, may be obtained in the following subjects :—

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N.B. No PUPIL CAN BE ADMITTED TO ANY OF THESE CLASSES WITHOUT PRODUCING THE COLLEGE TICKET, SIGNED BY THE SECRETARY.

Further particulars respecting all Departments of King's Culley. London, may be obtained from the King's College Calendar (which may be purchased at the Secretary's Office, price 2s. 6d., or 3s. sent by post); or by application to J. W. CUNNINGHAM, Esq. Secretary.

R. W. JELF, D.D.
Principal.

R. CLAY, PRINTER, BREAD STREET HILL..

STATEMENT

OF THE

Arrangements in the several Departments of

THE QUEEN'S COLLEGE,

BIRMINGHAM.

INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER.

Patron,

HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY THE QUEEN.

Visitor,

THE REV. SAMUEL WILSON WARNEFORD, L.L.D.

Principal,

THE RIGHT HONORABLE LORD LYTTELTON, M.A., F.R.S.

Vice-Principal,

THE REV. & WORSHIPFUL CHANCELLOR JAMES T. LAW, M.A,

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DEUM TIMETO: REGINAM HONORATO: VIRTUTEM COLITO: DISCIPLINIS BONIS

OPERAM DATO.

1850-1851.

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