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Medieval and Medievalism Studies is the study of the representational, performative, intellectual and material culture of the period known as the Middle Ages: c. AD 500-1500.
You'll examine how contemporary attitudes towards the Middle Ages are portrayed in concepts of myths, heroes, magic, fantasy, science fiction, crafts and role-playing clubs, films such as the Harry Potter series, television series such as Game of Thrones, and video games such as Assassin's Creed.
Program Highlights
Co-op is available (apply after first year).- This is a flexible degree that you take in combination with another Arts program.
- Start your first year with a course on Game of Thrones or Harry Potter.
- We have student exchange arrangements with the University of Durham in England and the University of Poitiers in France.
- Our Medieval Students' Society is one of the strongest student groups on campus and organizes events such as archery outings and medieval potluck dinners.
Sample Courses
- Game of Thrones and Medieval Culture
- Harry Potter and Medieval Culture
- Medievalism and Digital Gaming
- Discovering the Middle Ages
- Teaching, Learning and Thinking Through Medieval Studies (teaching practicum)
- The Middle Ages Now: Medievalism in Contemporary Culture
- The Middle Ages Again: Experimental Archeology of the Medieval Period
Admission Requirements
We encourage applicants of all academic backgrounds to apply.
Ontario High School Curriculum
- Minimum admission range: low 70s.
- Competitive admission range, based on last year’s admitted students: low 80s.
- English at 60%.
Other Curriculums
Visit our admission requirements section to find specific requirements for international curriculums, other Canadian curriculums, transfer students and more.
Design Your Degree
These are a few popular academic opportunities which allow you to dive deeper into your major area of study or broaden your knowledge:
- Digital Humanities Option
- Muslim Studies Option
- History Minor
- English Minor
- Archaeology Minor
- Ancient Studies Minor
- Philosophy Minor
- Religion and Culture Minor
- Languages Minor
Check out other options to enhance your degree.
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