Medieval Literature

In the minor Medieval Literature, you will explore the literatures brought forth by Latin, Irish, Welsh and Arabic medieval culture. You will learn what these literatures meant at the time of production and in their cultural context, but you will also explore how they have been interpreted and reinterpreted in later periods. Source texts will be read in modern translations.

Content

The minor Medieval Literature introduces you to the literary heritage of the medieval period in Europe and the Near East. In addition to offering a broad reading of literary texts against a variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds, the minor explores interpretations of that literature, both in the past and in the present, and it offers you theories and methods useful for discussing and analysing those interpretations.

Curriculum

This minor consists of four compulsory courses.

Interested in these Masters?

The minor provides substantive preparation for the Master's programmes listed below. It does not guarantee admission, so always check the entry requirements.

• Ancient, Medieval and Renaissance Studies
• Comparative Literary Studies

Register

First, check whether you meet the entry requirements. How you register next depends on whether you are already a student at Utrecht University or not.

Contact

With questions or for more information about the registration procedure, please contact the Humanities Student Information Desk.