MA Medieval Studies

Program Overview

The MA Medieval Studies program at the Centre for Medieval Studies offers a comprehensive exploration of medieval life and culture from 400 to 1550. With a focus on interdisciplinary study and skills training in palaeography and medieval languages, the program provides students with a deep understanding of the period and prepares them for careers in academia, archives, museums, and other heritage sectors. The program also features a dedicated pathway in Medieval Islamic Cultures, allowing students to specialize in this fascinating area of study.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

Title:

MA Medieval Studies (Including Medieval Islamic Cultures pathway)

Length:

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Department:

Centre for Medieval Studies

Start Date:

September 2024

Overview:

• Explores all facets of global medieval life and culture, from 400 to 1550, in the heart of England's medieval capital.
• Offers dedicated skills training in palaeography, diplomatic and medieval languages.
• Opportunity to focus on the Medieval Islamic Cultures pathway.
• Features a vibrant and inclusive community with supportive staff.
• Provides a truly interdisciplinary experience through collaboration with the Departments of Archaeology, English, History and History of Art.
• Grants access to state-of-the-art resources, including research centres, archives, and libraries.
• Equips students with skills required to read and interpret original texts from the Medieval Period.
• Prepares students for success in a range of careers, including academic teaching and research, archives, libraries, museums, galleries, publishing companies and the heritage sector.

Objectives:

• Enable students to demonstrate in-depth understanding of current research, theoretical approaches, and advanced scholarship in the field of medieval studies.
• Equip students with the ability to critically evaluate complex scholarly arguments and primary sources.
• Allow students to independently analyze and interpret diverse forms of medieval primary sources, texts, objects, and data.
• Develop students' ability to engage audiences through written work, oral presentations, discussions, and visual media.
• Nurture students' originality in applying knowledge and skills from various contexts.
• Foster students' ability to reflect critically on personal and professional skills for enhanced employability.

Outline:

Core Module:

• Approached to an Interdisciplinary Methodology

Option Modules:

• CMS Interdisciplinary Modules
• Islamic-related Option Modules
• Single-discipline Option Modules
• Reading the Middle Ages Skills Options

Dissertation:

• Students submit a 14,000-16,000 word dissertation on a topic within the chronological period of 400-1550.
• Dissertations can be interdisciplinary or focused on a single discipline.
• Students on the Islamic Cultures pathway must complete their dissertation on an Islamic topic.

Assessment:

• 4,000-word essays
• Skills tests
• Written exams
• Group poster presentations
• Dissertation (57% of final mark)

Teaching:

• World-leading academics challenge students to think independently and excel.
• Core module is team-taught by experts from parent departments.
• Weekly two-hour seminars with discussions and presentations culminating in a poster session.
• Language and palaeography teaching delivered via weekly classes.
• Regular engagement with Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) for access to teaching content, reading materials, and resources.
• Students are expected to attend seminars, workshops, and research groups throughout the year.
• Access to a wealth of resources including the Minster Library and Archives, the King's Manor Library, and the Borthwick Institute for Archives.

Careers:

• Historic properties steward
• Museum education officer
• Civil servant
• Editorial assistant
• Curation and collections
• Higher education research and teaching

Other:

• The program offers a new interdisciplinary pathway examining the cultures of the Islamic world through various disciplines.
• The program provides access to some of the UK's most important medieval archives and museums, including York Minster Library and Archives, the Borthwick Institute for Archives, the Yorkshire Museum, and Jorvik Viking Centre.
• Students on the Islamic Cultures pathway receive a degree title of MA in Medieval Studies.
• The program boasts a vibrant and supportive community with a strong reputation for academic excellence.
• The program offers a limited number of scholarships for students who fall into specific categories.

Additional Information:

• The program website provides links to further information regarding fees, living costs, funding opportunities, and application process.
• The program website also offers contact information for inquiries.
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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Annual tuition fees for 2024/25 Study modeUK (home)International and EU Full-time (1 year) £10,590£23,900 Part-time (2 years)This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation. £5,295£11,950 Students on a Student Visa are not currently permitted to study part-time at York. For courses which are longer than one year, the tuition fees quoted are for the first year of study. UK (home) fees may increase in subsequent years (up to a maximum of 2%). International fees may increase in subsequent years in line with the prevailing Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate (up to a maximum of 10%).