Embark on a rich intellectual journey with the Medieval Studies Bachelors Degree at Lycoming College, an interdisciplinary exploration of the Middle Ages designed for students passionate about history, literature, and culture. This program provides a robust framework for understanding the essential people, pivotal events, and significant works that defined this transformative era. You will cultivate critical thinking, advanced reading, persuasive writing, and essential research skills, preparing you not only for scholarly pursuits but also for a liberal arts mission that values deep understanding and nuanced analysis.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, your experience will involve a carefully structured curriculum including core courses in Medieval Studies, complemented by electives in language, literature, history, art, religion, and philosophy. You will engage with primary and secondary sources, developing analytical abilities through discussions and coursework. The program culminates in an advanced medieval studies capstone project, MDVS 449, where you will undertake substantial independent research. You will graduate prepared for further academic study or careers in fields that benefit from strong historical context and analytical prowess.