The Medieval Isle of Man: A Cultural Crossroads

Undergraduate

Focus on the Isle of Man and the Irish Sea basin, 500-1500; exploration of the complicated interrelationships linking the British Isles, Ireland, and Scandinavia in the Middle Ages from the arrival of Christianity to the Stanley era (1405); key themes include invasion, migration, settlement, mobility, cultural accommodation, identity, religious beliefs, society and economy, warfare, archaeology, and monuments; emphasis on primary-source texts. Course Format: Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to HIST (single or combined), HIST (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) and MARS majors and minors until date specified in the Registration guide. Prerequisite(s): One HIST credit numbered 1(alpha)90 to 2(alpha)99 and two HIST credits numbered 2(alph)00 to 2(alpha)99 or permission of the instructor. Cross-Listing(s): MARS 3Q93 Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The mode of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Exclusions: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in MARS/HIST 3F51, HIST 3V93, MARS 3P93.