Medieval Studies

The Medieval Studies Program involves students in the depth of history and challenges them to analyze problems with more than one culture and time period in view. The University of Oregon possesses a commitment to international awareness and understanding, an undertaking only possible by knowing and reflecting on the past, as well as on our local and global present and future.

What You Can Do with a Degree in Medieval Studies

Students may enroll in graduate programs either within medieval studies or within traditional fields, such as English or history, where they can focus on medieval culture. Medieval studies majors have many avenues to explore careers, including:

  • Business
  • Computer technology
  • Law
  • Library science/archiving
  • Linguistics
  • Public service
  • Publishing
  • Research
  • Teaching
  • Writing 

Our Degree Programs

Medieval studies provides an excellent general education or a solid base for graduate work in a more specialized area. We offer both a major and a minor in medieval studies.

Medieval Castle ruins

Learn from Experts in the Field

As part of the UO, a comprehensive research university, medieval studies offers undergraduates the benefits of active and professional research faculty.

Medieval tapestry

Get Real-world Experience

Our students extend their learning beyond the classroom through numerous experiential learning opportunities. Immerse yourself in another culture while studying abroad, develop vital job skills in an internship, or conduct original research on a topic that sparks your interest.

Scholarships and Funding

Students in the Department of Medieval Studies can seek funding through the College of Arts and Sciences, which awards various scholarships both to incoming students and to those already attending the UO.

Undergraduate Scholarships

Academic Support

Our academic advisors can help students understand their major or minor requirements, plan their course of study, explore study abroad opportunities, and more.

Undergraduate Advising

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Department of History Coffee Hour
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Department of History Coffee Hour Feb 4 McKenzie Hall
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Creative Writing Reading Series Presents: Peter Vertacnik Feb 5 Knight Library
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Immigration Information and Support Session Feb 5 Straub Hall
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"SOS: San Onofre Syndrome" Screening and Q&A with Directors Feb 5 Pacific Hall
Info Session for the Kidd Creative Writing Workshops
Feb6
Info Session for the Kidd Creative Writing Workshops Feb 6 Alder Building
Department of History Documentary Screening: "Men with Cameras: Filming the 1923 Kantō Earthquake in Japan"
Feb6
Department of History Documentary Screening: "Men with Cameras: Filming the 1923 Kantō Earthquake in Japan" Feb 6 McKenzie Hall
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