Module #1 Introduction to the Tudor Court Overview of the Tudor dynasty, their rise to power, and the significance of the Tudor court in English history
Module #2 The Royal Family:Henry VII and Elizabeth of York Examining the early years of the Tudor dynasty, including the marriage of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York and the birth of their children
Module #3 Courtly Life:Etiquette, Fashion, and Entertainment Exploring the social norms, fashion, and entertainment of the Tudor court, including jousting, hunting, and masques
Module #4 The Politics of Marriage:Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon Analyzing the marriage of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, including its impact on English politics and the Tudor dynasty
Module #5 The English Reformation:Henry VIIIs Break with Rome Examining the causes and consequences of Henry VIIIs break with the Roman Catholic Church, including the establishment of the Church of England
Module #6 The Rise of Anne Boleyn:Factional Politics at Court Exploring the rise of Anne Boleyn, her factional allies, and the rivalries that shaped the Tudor court
Module #7 The Execution of Anne Boleyn:Power Struggles and Intrigue Analyzing the events leading up to Anne Boleyns execution, including the roles of Thomas Cranmer, Thomas Cromwell, and the Privy Council
Module #8 Jane Seymour and the Birth of Edward VI Examining the marriage of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, including the birth of Edward VI and the implications for the Tudor succession
Module #9 The Power of Thomas Cromwell:Chief Minister and Architect of the English Reformation Assessing the role of Thomas Cromwell in shaping Tudor politics, including his reforms and the English Reformation
Module #10 Henry VIIIs Later Years:Tyranny and Isolation Analyzing the impact of Henry VIIIs growing paranoia and tyranny on the Tudor court, including the rise of the Privy Council
Module #11 The Regency of Edward VI:Factional Struggles and Reformation Examining the regency government of Edward VI, including the rivalries between Edward Seymour and John Dudley
Module #12 Mary I and the Attempted Counter-Reformation Assessing the reign of Mary I, including her attempts to restore Catholicism in England and the impact on the Tudor court
Module #13 Elizabeth I:The Early Years and the English Renaissance Exploring the early years of Elizabeth Is reign, including her cultural and artistic patronage and the English Renaissance
Module #14 The Politics of Love:Elizabeth I and Her Suitors Analyzing the romantic intrigues of Elizabeth I, including her relationships with Robert Dudley, Thomas Seymour, and Francis, Duke of Anjou
Module #15 The Spanish Armada and the English Navy Examining the Spanish Armadas attempted invasion of England and the role of the English navy in defending the realm
Module #16 Court Factions and Intrigue:The Rise of Robert Devereux Exploring the rivalry between Robert Devereux and William Cecil, including Devereuxs rebellion and eventual execution
Module #17 The English Monarchy and the Tudor Succession Crisis Assessing the implications of Elizabeth Is childlessness on the Tudor succession and the potential claimants to the throne
Module #18 Cultural and Artistic Patronage at the Tudor Court Examining the role of the Tudor court in patronizing the arts, including literature, music, and architecture
Module #19 Women at the Tudor Court:Queens, Ladies-in-Waiting, and Servants Analyzing the lives and roles of women at the Tudor court, including their domestic and political responsibilities
Module #20 The Tudor Court and the Wider World:Diplomacy and Trade Exploring the Tudor courts relationships with foreign powers, including trade agreements, diplomacy, and war
Module #21 The Architecture and Design of Tudor Palaces Examining the design and architecture of Tudor palaces, including Hampton Court, Whitehall Palace, and Richmond Palace
Module #22 Feasting and Entertainment at the Tudor Court Analyzing the role of feasting and entertainment in Tudor court life, including banquets, masques, and tournaments
Module #23 Tudor Justice:Crime, Punishment, and the Law Examining the Tudor justice system, including the roles of the Privy Council, Parliament, and the courts
Module #24 The Legacy of the Tudor Court:Impact on English History Assessing the lasting impact of the Tudor court on English history, including its cultural, political, and social legacy
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Life at the Tudor Court: Politics and Power career
