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Postgraduate Medieval Studies

Based in the beautiful historic city of York, the Centre for Medieval Studies is one of the world’s leading centres for postgraduate study and research into the Middle Ages.

We’re a lively community of medievalists. Our innovative, research-led teaching is uniquely interdisciplinary, extending across the humanities. We collaborate with the departments of Archaeology, English and Related Literature, History and History of Art.

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Why study Medieval Studies at York

Interdisciplinary expertise
Work with specialists from the Departments of Archaeology, English, History and History of Art for a truly collaborative experience.
Rich local resources
Study in a beautiful historic city, and use the York Minster Library and the Borthwick Institute for Archives.
Skills training
Unparalleled skills training by specialists in palaeography, diplomatic and medieval languages.
I chose to study at York because it offered an interdisciplinary course that I liked the look of. On my course, I am able to research both Literature and Archaeology, as well as dabble in History and History of Art!
Katie, PhD in Medieval Studies. Read Katie's blog post.

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