Examines the history of Europe from the fall of the Roman Empire to the turn of the first millennium. Treats social, political, and religious transformations in the barbarian kingdoms, and considers the persistence of Roman institutions and culture and the impact of Christianity in northern Europe. Prereq., HIST 1010, 1030, 2170 or 2543. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.