THE VIKINGS

MEDIEVAL/SCANDST 430

Course Description

Within a historical framework, a thorough introduction to the culture, literature, and religion of the Vikings.

Prerequisties

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

2.77

-4.86% from Historical

Completion Rate

96.67%

5.09% from Historical

A Rate

40%

76.67% from Historical

Class Size

-43.4% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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