Medieval Literature

Explore medieval Latin, Irish, Welsh and Arabic literatures. Learn what they meant at the time of production as well as how they have been (re)interpreted in later periods.

Number of EC

30 EC

Start

Study period 1  (but you can also start in one of the other study periods)

Minor coordinator

Dr Aaron Griffith

For study period 1 and 2 you can register between 8 June and 26 June 2026.
For study period 3 and 4 you can register between 2 November and 20 November 2026.

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 (30 EC):


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.


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.