Medieval and Early Modern Studies

The interdisciplinary studies major in medieval and early modern studies provides students with knowledge of the key issues, figures, social and cultural trends and basic chronology of the period or field studied. Students will be able to evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered in the literature and to apply it effectively. Students will also articulate the results of research clearly and effectively.

Before Graduating Students Must

• Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills Students will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Identify, describe and explain the key issues, figures, social and cultural trends and basic chronology of the period or field studied.
2. Evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered in the literature and apply it effectively.
3. Articulate research results clearly and effectively in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Assessment Types

• Direct assessment of research in the thesis