The fifteenth to the eighteenth centuries are often claimed by historians to represent the transition between the medieval and modern worlds. Beginning with the Renaissance and Reformation in the sixteenth century, and ending with Revolution in the eighteenth century, the era was characterised by intellectual, religious and political upheaval, which affected all levels of society, not only the elites. Through lectures, tutorials and a particular emphasis on primary documents, students will examine not only the great events of this era, but will also delve below the surface to discuss the impact of these changes on the lives of ordinary men and women.