Introduction to the Middle Ages

3 ECTS credits
84 h study time

Offer 1 with catalog number 1024255AER for all students in the 1st semester at a (A) Bachelor - preliminary level.

Semester

1st semester

Enrollment based on exam contract

Possible

Grading method

Grading (scale from 0 to 20)

Can retake in second session

Yes

Taught in

Dutch

Faculty

Faculty of Languages & Humanities

Department

History

Educational team

Bart Lambert (course titular)

Activities and contact hours

18 contact hours Lecture
30 contact hours Independent or External Form of Study

Course Content

The Middel Ages are one of the most pivotal periods in European history. During this period, the unity of the Roman Empire gave way to territorial disintegration, paving the way for several later European states. Christianity confirmed its status as one of the world’s leading religions and the Latin church determined an ever-growing part of religious, intellectual, political and economic life. During the second half of the Middle Ages, however, its authority was increasingly challenged. A predominantly agrarian continent became more densely populated and an increasing share of the population came to live in cities. These urban centres became leading hotspots of economic, political and cultural innovations. Contrary to what is often assumed, these developments did not take place in isolation but in close interaction with other parts of the world. The course Introduction to the Middle Ages offers a general introduction to this fascinating period. Through thematic lectures, the principal developments of the Middle Ages will be discussed and contextualized. One specific lecture will focus on what happened during this period beyond the European continent.

Additional info

Additional information (Engels): The book will not be discussed during classes but has to be studied independently. It is of course possible to ask questions about the book during class. The book will be part of the exam material.

Learning Outcomes

General Competences

-Students acquire a thorough knowledge of the history of the Middle Ages

-Students can adopt a long-term perspective on the history of the Middle Ages

-Student acquire insights into the major historical changes during the Middle Ages

-Students acquire a thorough knowledge of the historical concepts that are relevant to the historiography of the Middle Ages

Grading

The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Written Exam determines 100% of the final mark.

Within the Written Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:

Examen Schriftelijk with a relative weight of 100 which comprises 100% of the final mark.

Note: .

Additional info regarding evaluation

Allowed unsatisfactory mark

The supplementary Teaching and Examination Regulations of your faculty stipulate whether an allowed unsatisfactory mark for this programme unit is permitted.

Academic context