Explore the Bachelor of Arts in Medieval Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University! Analyze cultural materials and prepare for diverse career paths. Apply now!
In the Bachelor of Arts in Medieval and Medievalism Studies program, students will engage in the analysis of cultural materials from the global Middle Ages (circa AD 500-1500) and examine the representation of the medieval world in subsequent periods, including contemporary times. The curriculum encompasses the study of how politics, history, literature, music, religion, and even digital video games depict the medieval era. Students will have the opportunity to preserve the medieval past across various career fields or bring it to life through visual, cultural, and digital arts. Sample career options include: Antiques/antiquities dealer Archivist Art dealer/appraiser Author/screenwriter Exhibit designer/planner Film/TV researcher/consultant Historical museum administrator Movie prop/costume designer Preservationist/conservator Script supervisor Stage/set designer This program encourages an investigation of the Middle Ages worldwide, exploring the development of modern culture and society and its enduring global impact. It expands the focus to understand how contemporary portrayals in film, television, literature, and video games influence our perceptions of the Middle Ages. The Bachelor of Arts in Medieval and Medievalism Studies program equips students with a profound appreciation of history, culture, and visual arts, serving as a foundation for various career pursuits.
