Undergraduate Programs

Why Choose Medieval Studies?

Medieval Studies, an interdisciplinary undergraduate program, integrates various approaches to the Middle Ages by medievalists in several departments. Medieval studies provides an excellent general education or a solid base for graduate work in a more specialized area. It can be an area of specialization for students majoring in any of the related departments. Study abroad is strongly encouraged.

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Major in Medieval Studies

Students pursuing a medieval studies major gain a depth of cultural and classical knowledge, with the added advantage of focusing on the timely issues of Euro-Middle Eastern religious conflict, cooperation, and debate with a historical perspective.


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Get Real-World Experience

Students in medieval studies can expand their skills through study abroad programs and other experiential learning opportunities.

Experiential Learning


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What You Can Do with a Medieval Studies Degree

A medieval studies major can prepare you to work in many fields. The excellent reading and writing abilities, analytical experiences, and research skills you acquire can lead to exciting opportunities in business, the nonprofit sector, government, and beyond. Learn about possible careers and hear from alumni who are enjoying them.

Explore Careers


Advising and Academic Support

Schedule an appointment with an advisor and get your questions answered.

Departmental Advising and Support

Scholarships and Awards

Learn about ways to apply for funding through the Medieval Studies Program.

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Events

Dept. of History and School of Law Present: "Petitioning for Freedom: Habeas Corpus in the American West, 1812–1924"
May19
Dept. of History and School of Law Present: "Petitioning for Freedom: Habeas Corpus in the American West, 1812–1924" May 19 McKenzie Hall
CLLAS and Latinx Studies Celebration and Mixer
May19
CLLAS and Latinx Studies Celebration and Mixer May 19 McKenzie Hall
Pint of Science - Our Universe: From Molecules to Galaxies
May19
Pint of Science - Our Universe: From Molecules to Galaxies May 19 Drop Bear Brewery
Department of History Coffee Hour
May20
Department of History Coffee Hour May 20 McKenzie Hall
Writing Lab and UO Libraries Writing and Research Drop-in Event
May20
Writing Lab and UO Libraries Writing and Research Drop-in Event May 20 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Writing Lab: Drop-In Writing and Research Support Event
May20
Writing Lab: Drop-In Writing and Research Support Event May 20 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Wine Chat: "Incantation: The Power of Legal Language and Black Feminist Imagination"
May20
Wine Chat: "Incantation: The Power of Legal Language and Black Feminist Imagination" May 20 Capitello Wines
Workshop: Foundations of Thangka Iconometry
May20
Workshop: Foundations of Thangka Iconometry May 20 Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA)
Filmlandia Screening Series: "Street Girls"
May20
Filmlandia Screening Series: "Street Girls" May 20 Lawrence Hall
Postdoc Museum of Natural and Cultural History Tour
May21
Postdoc Museum of Natural and Cultural History Tour May 21 Museum of Natural and Cultural History