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Our Master's in Medieval History enhances your knowledge of Europe's Middle Ages while providing essential research skills. Delivered through interactive seminars and tutorials, this program covers fundamental themes of the era. Key topics include: connections between medieval Europe and classical antiquity, Latin and vernacular literature, sanctity and political power, economic and social structures, political interpretations of scripture, governmental archives, state bureaucracy development, urban communities, and theoretical versus practical aspects of monarchy.
Leveraging our faculty's combined knowledge, the curriculum emphasizes Anglo-Continental relations from 900 to 1500. You'll have access to exceptional local resources like the Norfolk Record Office's medieval archives and Norwich Castle Museum's archaeological projects, alongside global materials - ensuring primary sources form the core of your studies. Additionally, you'll receive specialized instruction in paleography to master period handwriting and languages.