The Warburg Institute MA in Cultural and Intellectual History aims to equip students for interdisciplinary research in medieval and renaissance studies and in the reception of the classical tradition. You will become part of an international community of scholars, working in a world-famous library. You will broaden your range of knowledge to include the historically informed interpretation of images and texts, art history, philosophy, history of science, literature, and the impact of religion on society. You will improve your knowledge of Latin, French and Italian and you will acquire the library and archival skills essential for research on primary texts.
Full-time study for the PhD degree entails three or a maximum of four years' independent research, culminating in the writing of a thesis of not more than 100,000 words.
Studying at the Warburg Institute - Intellectual Community - Resources & Facilities - Academic Staff
M.A. in Cultural & Intellectual History 1300-1650
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Phd Research
Occasional Students
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