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Overview
You’ll be working with academics from our internationally recognised Centre for Medieval Studies. This is one of the largest communities of academic medievalists in the UK, giving you a unique opportunity for networking and academic development.
- You’ll interact with leading scholars in various fields, from palaeography and codicology to history, theology, law, archaeology, and the history of art.
- You’ll learn the key historical methodologies required to approach the Middle Ages and its literature.
- We’ll provide you with a foundation in palaeography, codicology, and textual criticism to examine a range of manuscript sources.
- You’ll be able to apply the research skills you’ve learned on weekly field trips to exclusive locations.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the programme, students will receive 10 academic credits, suggested as equivalent to 5 ECTS or 3 US semester credits.
Programme Structure
The Centre for Medieval Studies has internationally recognised expertise in an unrivalled range of areas, reflecting Bristol's historic role as a gateway to Europe. Medieval Bristol was England's second city and a major maritime port for trade and exploration.
Our Medieval Studies Summer School will introduce you to working with primary medieval sources, particularly, but not exclusively, written ones. You will work with leading medieval experts in history, English, theology, French and beyond.
The course will place a strong emphasis on how to read and examine manuscripts. You will also be introduced to the following specialist skills, drawing on the expertise of the Centre for Medieval Studies staff:
- textual editing;
- diplomatic (working with charters);
- art and decoration;
- describing medieval buildings.
Weekly field trips to our unique locations in the South West of England will allow you to apply the skills you gain outside the classroom.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 20 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
Language
English
Credits
10 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
History Theology and Religious Studies Classics View 6 other Short Courses in Classics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Age: 18 or over
Study level and subject: this summer school is open to international students, both undergraduates as well as recent graduates and postgraduates. The summer school is particularly suited to Arts and Humanities students, but we welcome applications from students from all disciplines.
Current academic attainment: GPA equivalent to 60-63% on the UK scale, C on the ECTS scale, or 3.0 on a 4.0 GPA scale
English language: you meet our requirements if:
- you are a native speaker; or
- your degree is/was taught in English; or
- you meet our Profile C language requirements. Visit the page and select the 'English Language Proficiency Tests' tab for more information.
For this programme, we do NOT accept CET-4 or CET-6 scores.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
£3595 with a 10% discount for applications received before 01 March 2026 and for our international partners and study abroad student mobiliy partners
Living costs
Bristol
United Kingdom
750 - 1260 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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