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Medieval and Renaissance Studies at USD prepares the next generation of middle ages and early modern period experts to rise above. To gain a foundation in historical developments and apply it to the society and culture of today.
Learning outcomes
- Synthesize interdisciplinary knowledge among histories, literatures, religions, cultures and the arts of the middle ages and the renaissance.
- Recognize the legacies of medieval and renaissance thought and institutions as they continue to influence both positive and negative aspects of the modern world we inhabit.
- Articulate knowledge of medieval and renaissance historical movements and periodization.
- Critique historical issues of diversity — including gender, religion, class, sexuality, ethnicity and notions of race emergent in the medieval and renaissance period — and their modern legacies.
- Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical approaches and scholarly methods current in Medieval and Renaissance Studies at USD by means of high-quality discussions, writings and presentations.
For the most updated curriculum and course information, go to the catalog of record.