HIST 235 - Medieval Civilization

Institution:

Catholic University of America

Subject:

History

Description:

This course will offer a survey of Western Europe in the Middle Ages (500-1500), starting with the Germanic successor kingdoms to the Roman Empire and ending with the birth of the modern nation state. Students will learn about the political changes of the period, the economic growth which transformed Europe, and the central role played by the Catholic Church and its dissenters. The course will aim to offer a basic understanding of the events of this 1000 year long period, while contextualizing these events in the social, cultural, and religious shifts which shaped them. We will consider such issues as the struggle between church and 'state' in the Investiture conflict, religious roles of medieval women, the growth of towns and Renaissances. Readings will emphasize primary sources in translation. No previous knowledge of the Middle ages assumed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Discus/recit

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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