这个比较性和跨学科领域的目的是让学生比传统系的课程更专注于中世纪研究。尽管强调了适合个人兴趣和需求的课程，但所有候选人都必须满足某些学位要求，例如阅读拉丁语知识以及古迹和研究方法课程。该计划通常不会招收寻求硕士学位的学生。博士 成功完成课程工作和一般现场考试后，将授予学位研究生。对于博士 学位，拉丁语和两种外语的阅读能力以及教学经验是必需的。
The aim of this comparative and interdisciplinary field is to allow students to concentrate more fully on medieval studies than is possible in the programs of traditional departments. Although programs to fit individual interests and needs are emphasized, there are some degree requirements, such as reading knowledge of Latin and a course in paleography and research methods, that must be met by all candidates. The program does not ordinarily admit students seeking a terminal M.A. degree. Ph.D. degree candidates are granted the M.A. degree after successful completion of course work and the general field exams. For the Ph.D. degree, reading proficiency in Latin and two foreign languages, and teaching experience are required.