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Overview
What you will study
We will look in detail at the main scripts in use across this period, through practical examples from common record types. The principal focus will be on documents written in Latin, although some in English will also be studied. The Reading the Past - An Introduction to Medieval Records course offered by University of Oxford will also cover the historical development of palaeography (study of handwriting) and diplomatic (study of documents and recordkeeping). The course will provide the opportunity to cover both theoretical and practical aspects of reading medieval handwriting.
We will also look at medieval records more generally, as well as at how records were made, written and stored in the medieval period. The course tutor is an experienced archivist and she will use documents from collections she has worked with as examples, as well as some published sources.
By the end of the weekend, students will be able to:
- recognise and read letter shapes
- understand dating and abbreviation methods
- be confident in starting to read and understand original documents prior to 1550
- develop strategies in reading and analysing unfamiliar original texts
- understand how documents were made, written and stored in the medieval period.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Medieval records
- Palaeography in depth
- English correspondence
- Abbreviations and dating documents
- Making and keeping medieval records
- Deeds and charters
- Accounts
- Manorial records; further resources
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
History View 89 other Short Courses in History in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- No prior knowledge is assumed, and those who already have some experience of medieval/early modern palaeography will also find this course a useful refresher and an opportunity to develop their reading skills further.
- No prior knowledge of Latin is required, although this will be useful.
Tuition Fee
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International
190 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 190 GBP for the full programme during 2 days. -
National
190 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 190 GBP for the full programme during 2 days.
- includes tea/coffee
Living costs for Oxford
939 - 1530 GBP /month
Living costs
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