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Course Description
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Course Name
Early Medieval Ireland - Society & Politics
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Host University
Maynooth University
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Location
Dublin, Ireland
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Area of Study
Celtic Studies, History
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Language Level
Taught In English
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ECTS Credits
5 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4.5
Hours & Credits
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Overview
In this course, students will investigate aspects of medieval Ireland from 431 to 1014. Centred on the themes of society and politics, the class examines Ireland’s conversion to Christianity, Irish kingship and law, Vikings raids and settlement, the career of Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf with its legacy.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.
Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations