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Medieval Studies

Minor in the College of Liberal Arts

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The University of Texas Medieval Studies program draws on the strengths of distinguished faculty in fifteen academic units in the Colleges of Liberal Arts and Fine Arts.

Students will gain a broad, interdisciplinary understanding of the history and culture of the medieval world, learn to analyze the texts and artifacts needed to study medieval cultures, and recognize both the continuities and the differences between medieval societies and the contemporary world.

How to Declare

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Students wishing to declare a minor can do so through the Registrar’s minor and certificate application system, or by reaching out to their academic advisor.

Required Courses

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15 semester credit hours, including 9 upper-division hours and 8 hours in residence consisting of:

  • 3 hours of coursework in Literary Approaches to the Middle Ages
  • 3 hours of coursework in Historical Approaches to the Middle Ages
  • 9 additional hours of coursework

View the entire list of course offerings on the Medieval Studies Program website.

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