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Islam and the Making of Europe (ISLM30010)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Not available in 2017

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This subject explores the history of cultural and intellectual relations between Islam and Europe during the medieval and early modern era. It provides students with insight and understanding of how the circulation of knowledge, ideas and artistry influenced the evolution of European and Islamic cultures. Particular attention is paid to the origins and evolution of Islamic science and its influence in European intellectual circles.

Intended learning outcomes


  • be able to appreciate the history of cultural and intellectual relations between and Islam and Europe in the medieval and early modern era
  • understand how the circulation of Muslim scholarship, knowledge, ideas and artistry affected the development of European and Islamic cultures
  • be able to explain the origins and development of Islamic science and its impact on European intellectual circles

Generic skills

  • be familiar with research methods. thinking in theoretical and analytical terms.
  • communicate knowledge intelligibly and economically, confidence in self-expression.
  • be able to understand social, political, historical and cultural contexts, and demonstrate and international awareness and openness to the world.

Last updated: 19 March 2024