Early Modern European Studies
Welcome
INS’ newest area of research and teaching specialism is European early modern studies. This encapsulates a multidisciplinary approach to Europe’s experiences of the sixteenth, seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. In particular, we specialise in (i) the North Atlantic and Baltic regions, (ii) war and society, and (iii) communities and identities. Our MLitt in Early Modern European Studies is built upon research-led teaching, drawing upon staff expertise from INS, History, Archaeology, Literature and Drama, and Theology. Indeed, the MLitt works in close collaboration with 麻豆直播’s Renaissance and Early Modern Research Alliance (REMRA), the university’s dedicated early modern staff-student research network. With research and teaching working in tandem, our students are placed at the forefront of early modern studies within a collaborative, accessible and supportive environment.
Associate Staff
Postgraduate Students
Jessica Payne, Early Modern European Studies MLitt Student
As an international student living in Canada, I initially expected the eight-hour time difference to be a challenge, but the teaching staff have removed all barriers by being so accommodating and flexible. The structure of the modules feels intentional as they provided me with the necessary foundation of the early modern period from differing perspectives, which allowed me to discover and develop my own academic interests. It is due to this programme that I have grown significantly in my capabilities as an academic writer and researcher and this growth is entirely thanks to the teaching staff, who are not only incredibly knowledgeable but also approachable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in their students. The EMES programme has had a lasting impact on my academic career, for which I am deeply grateful.
Meg Hopkins. EMES PhD Candidate
My experience of studying an early modern PhD at INS has been shaped by the strong, ongoing support from supervisors and their clear commitment to the field. They are approachable, optimistic, and generous with their time and feedback, and I’ve also benefited from regular fortnightly one-to-one lectures that have helped deepen my understanding of early modern history. This support makes it much easier to work through complex ideas and develop the research with confidence. Their guidance not only strengthens the project itself but also reinforces early modern studies as a valued area of specialism within INS and 麻豆直播.