Master of Arts in Medieval Studies
Interdisciplinary graduate programme exploring the Middle Ages through philology, history, and art history.
Best for:Best for scholars and researchers passionate about interdisciplinary medieval studies, seeking to specialize in philology, history, or art history while developing expertise in interdisciplinary research methods.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Medieval Studies at Universität Zürich offers a rigorous, interdisciplinary approach to the Middle Ages, blending philology, history, and art history. Students develop advanced analytical skills to interpret medieval heritage from multiple perspectives, including textual, historical, and visual sources. The programme emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarly communication, preparing graduates for careers in academia, research management, or cultural institutions such as archives, museums, and publishing. It is designed for those seeking a deep, methodologically grounded understanding of medieval culture and its enduring influence.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply advanced analytical methods to study medieval texts, artifacts, and historical sources.
- Conduct interdisciplinary research integrating perspectives from philology, history, and art history.
- Develop skills in scholarly communication, including presenting research findings in academic and cultural contexts.
- Engage with primary and secondary sources to critically interpret medieval culture and its legacy.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty to explore interdisciplinary research questions.
- Prepare for academic careers or specialized roles in cultural institutions, archives, or publishing.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Medieval Studies, History, Art History, or a related humanities discipline.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA) in Medieval Studies
Language: German; proficiency required for instruction and work.
Instruction: German
- Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting medieval texts and artifacts.
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary research methods in humanities.
- Ability to conduct independent research and write scholarly papers.
- Basic proficiency in German (language of instruction and work).
- No specific nationality restrictions.
- Prior completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- No age restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official Universität Zürich portal. Required documents typically include a CV, academic transcripts, a letter of motivation, and proof of language proficiency in German. Additional materials may be requested depending on the programme’s specific requirements.
- CV
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Letter of motivation
- Proof of German language proficiency
- Letter of recommendation (if required)
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