Medieval Studies
Master
In Aberdeen
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Aberdeen (Scotland)
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Duration
12 Months
Acquiring study skills to read and interpret medieval sources. Gaining an interdisciplinary insight into the medieval past. Creating a solid foundation on which to build a doctoral research proposal or teach in the humanities. Suitable for: Students interested in the history and culture of Medieval Europe, and particularly to those who wish to gain an interdisciplinary insight to the period.
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About this course
Applicants should normally hold a 2(i) Honours degree in an appropriate discipline. In addition, students whose mother tongue is not English require IELTS 6.5.
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Course programme
Syllabus
Students choose a combination of training and thematic courses. Training options include:
- Introduction to Historical Research
- Research Methods in Language and Linguistics
- Medieval Texts and Manuscripts
- Palaeography (Vernacular and Latin)
- Latin (Basic and Intermediate)
- Modern Languages
- Dissertation Preparation: Sources and Source Criticism
Thematic courses vary for each programme.
Assessment
Students must acquire 180 credits over the course of the year (120 for courses + 60 for dissertation). Assessment is based on written work and moderated according to university standards. Every student is assigned a dissertation supervisor based on their research interests.
Duration
12 months, full-time.
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Medieval Studies