Minor Description

The Minor in Medieval Studies (MDST) provides students with a basic knowledge of the history and culture of the European Middle Ages in an interdisciplinary context. Students complete six courses cross-listed with MDST, with at least two in the arts and humanities and two in the social sciences. Minors are strongly encouraged to take at least two years of a modern foreign language. Minors who anticipate going on to graduate work in the medieval or early modern period are strongly encouraged to take at least two years of Latin as well. 

Admission to the Minor

No specific courses are required for admission to the Medieval Studies minor.

Minor Requirements

Students minoring in Medieval Studies complete 6 courses within MDST or approved by the chair of the Medieval Studies program. At least 2 must be taken in arts and humanities and 2 in social sciences.

Minors are expected to be proficient in a modern foreign language and encouraged to gain some knowledge of Latin, Greek, or Arabic.