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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of History
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
03330013 Medieval European History 2 Autumn 3 2+0+0 4 4
Course Type Compulsory
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques -
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator -
Instructor(s) Prof. Fatih Mehmet BERK
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Prof. Fatih Mehmet BERK - [email protected]
Course Content
The Germanic states established as a result of Tribes Migration, The Frankish State, the Holy Roman Empire, the imperial crown and the church, the conflict of these two powers, the Crusades, the feudal order, the increase of the political powers of cities in the late Middle Ages, the dissolution of feudal order, national kingdoms.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of the course is to learn the history and civilizations of the Middle Ages, the emergence of the concept of the Middle Ages, the level of cultural and civilization that it reveals. It is to gain the cultural and demographic history of people in the Middle Ages Europe and the developmental stages they have undergone analytically.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses X
Specialization / Field Courses X
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 To have theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field of history and to be able to use, analyze and apply this knowledge in the fields of education, research and community service. 4
P3 To be able to research, discuss and analyze historical events and social developments by making connections with different disciplines. 1
P7 To be able to define, analyze and produce comparative studies on social, political, cultural and economic events related to history. 3
P10 To have general knowledge about the history of different nations living in different parts of the world, especially in Europe. 5
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 To have theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of history. P.1.1 1
O2 To be able to express their knowledge in the field of history in the fields of education, research and community service. P.1.2 1
O3 To be able to apply their knowledge in the field of history to their studies. P.1.3 1
O4 To be able to examine knowledge in depth and analyze it in different contexts. P.1.4 1
O5 To be able to research and assimilate historical events and social developments in the context of their processes. P.3.2 1
O6 To be able to establish a relationship with different perspectives by examining events in depth. P.3.4 1
O7 To have basic knowledge about social, political, cultural and economic events related to history. P.7.1 1
O8 To be able to explain historical events and their social, political, cultural and economic aspects. P.7.2 1
O9 To be able to prepare studies on social, political, cultural and economic events related to history. P.7.3 1
O10 To be able to produce comparative studies by combining data from different periods or geographies. P.7.5 1,3
O11 To be able to identify the basic elements of the general history of nations in Europe and different parts of the world. P.10.1 1
O12 To be able to explain basic information about the history of different nations. P.10.2 1
O13 To be able to express the history of different nations in general terms. P.10.3 1
O14 To be able to analyze the history of different nations in detail and develop a comprehensive understanding. P.10.4 1
O15 To be able to synthesize the similarities and differences between the histories of different nations and present a broad perspective. P.10.5 1
O16 To be able to interpret and evaluate the social, cultural and historical effects of the histories of different nations. P.10.6 1,3
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 General Political Character and Political Development of the Medieval Europe
2 Roman Empire
3 Migration of Tribes and the Results in Europe
4 The Fall of the Western Roman Empire and The Church as a Political Institution in Europe and Feudalism-Church Relations
5 The Kingdom of Frank: Merovenj Dynasty and Karolenj Dynasty
6 France in the Middle Ages
7 England in the Middle Ages
8 Italy in the Middle Ages
9 Russia and Germany in the Middle Ages
10 Church, Science Culture and Law in Early Middle Ages Europe
11 Europe in the Late Middle Ages: Social, Economic, Cultural and Political Analysis
12 The Birth of Monetary Economy and Revival in Trade, The Birth of the Bourgeoisie
13 The Crusades
14 The Battle of the Century (1336-1453) and Reconquista
Textbook or Material
Resources Orta Çağ Kentleri Kökenleri ve Ticaretin Canlanması, Henri PIRENNE, İletişim Yayınları, İstanbul 1994.
Orta Çağ Kentleri Kökenleri ve Ticaretin Canlanması, Henri PIRENNE, İletişim Yayınları, İstanbul 1994.
Orta Çağ Kentleri Kökenleri ve Ticaretin Canlanması, Henri PIRENNE, İletişim Yayınları, İstanbul 1994.
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Seminar - -
Quiz - -
Midterms 1 40 (%)
Final Exam 1 60 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 2 28
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 3 42
Midterms 1 15 15
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 3 5 15
Practice 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 20 20
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 120
Total Work Load / 30 4
Course ECTS Credits: 4
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P3 P7 P10
O1 To have theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of history. 5 1 2 3
O2 To be able to express their knowledge in the field of history in the fields of education, research and community service. 5 1 2 3
O3 To be able to apply their knowledge in the field of history to their studies. 5 1 2 3
O4 To be able to examine knowledge in depth and analyze it in different contexts. 5 1 2 3
O5 To be able to research and assimilate historical events and social developments in the context of their processes. 1 5 1 2
O6 To be able to establish a relationship with different perspectives by examining events in depth. 1 5 1 2
O7 To have basic knowledge about social, political, cultural and economic events related to history. 3 2 5 3
O8 To be able to explain historical events and their social, political, cultural and economic aspects. 3 2 5 3
O9 To be able to prepare studies on social, political, cultural and economic events related to history. 3 2 5 3
O10 To be able to produce comparative studies by combining data from different periods or geographies. 3 2 5 3
O11 To be able to identify the basic elements of the general history of nations in Europe and different parts of the world. 3 2 3 5
O12 To be able to explain basic information about the history of different nations. 3 2 3 5
O13 To be able to express the history of different nations in general terms. 3 2 3 5
O14 To be able to analyze the history of different nations in detail and develop a comprehensive understanding. 3 2 3 5
O15 To be able to synthesize the similarities and differences between the histories of different nations and present a broad perspective. 3 2 3 5
O16 To be able to interpret and evaluate the social, cultural and historical effects of the histories of different nations. 3 2 3 5