Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Medieval and Renaissance Studies will enrich your liberal arts education by focusing on a particularly rich and diverse period in cultural history. A strong complement to an English or history major, this interdisciplinary minor provides you with a deep understanding of the differences and continuities between the two eras, as well as their influence on the world today.

Program Requirements

Degree Options

Minor: 21 Total Credit Hours

Careers

Book Dealer, Educator, Historic Preservationist, Librarian, Museum Curator, Writer

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Student Testimonials

“The minor was about learning the birth and evolution of the written English language. It was fascinating to see the linguistic shifts, as well as the differing worldviews and characteristics of those two periods. — Courtney Spence ‘15

I always loved fantasy growing up, and the Medieval and Renaissance periods are where most of that comes from. Discovering the reality behind our modern fantasy made it wonderful.” — Angela Nienaber ‘15