Medieval Studies: The University of Manchester

Course description

The programme embraces the study of medieval European civilization from around AD400 to 1500 in its artistic, historical, linguistic and literary aspects. Medieval specialists from a wide range of departments within the university co-operate to provide a choice of courses which cover a wide chronological and geographical range and which adopt a variety of different approaches to the life of the middle ages. The year 3 independent dissertation is a highpoint of the degree.

Career opportunities

Graduates find work in many different fields, some still involved with Medieval Studies, others in less specialised graduate careers for which an honours degree, rather than a specific subject, is desired. Employers value graduates for their breadth, ability to analyse, literacy and communication skills. Graduates can enter the media, law and accountancy, commerce, business and industry, the Civil Service, local government, teaching and numerous other areas.

Entry requirements

• English language:
  • Minimum IELTS score of 7.0 or equivalent;
  • eg. NCUK EAP minimum Grade of A with range of 70-79
  • TOEFL: PBT score of 600; CBT score of 250; TWE score of 5.5; IBT score of 100.
• A level: Grades ABB-BBB. General Studies is welcomed but not included as part of the standard offer.
• Unit grade information: The University of Manchester welcomes the provision of unit grade information which, like all other available information, will inform the consideration of applications.
• GCSE: Minimum of grade C in English Language and Mathematics; minimum grade C in a modern language.
• Key Skills qualification: The University warmly welcomes applications from students studying the Key Skills qualification.
• International baccalaureate: 33-32 points overall, including grades 5 or 6 in three Higher level subjects.