Russian Studies (Bachelor of Arts, B.A.)

In this study program, you will acquire literary, linguistic, and cultural studies skills related to Russia. You will also receive solid language training in Russian and develop both subject-specific and cross-disciplinary competencies.

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At a glance

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (combined bachelor)
Offered as
Minor Field
Standard period of study
6 semester
Study type
Fundamental
Teaching degree
not related to teaching
Start of studies
Winter semester, Summer semester
Teaching language
German

Course structure and content

Russian Studies is part of the field of Foreign Languages and Literatures. The course covers the Russian language, literature and culture. Solid foreign language training goes alongside the acquisition of specialist skills. The course deals with linguistic and literary studies phenomena, but also includes historical, regional studies and cultural studies issues.

Mandatory Modules (50 CP)

Literature Studies:
Module LW 1: Introduction to Literature Studies, 8 CP
Module LW 2: Literature Studies: poetics, medium, discourse, 8 CP
Linguistics:
Module SW 1: Introduction to Linguistics, 8 CP
Module SW 2: Linguistic: Structure, Text, Context, 8  CP
Language Skills:
Three consecutive Modules must be selected:
Module SP 3: Laguage Practice III, 6 CP
Module SP 4: Laguage Practice IV, 6 CP
Module SP 5: Laguage Practice V, 6 CP
Module SP 6: Laguage Practice VI, 6 CP
Mandatory Elective Modules (10 CP)
Students must select one module:
Module WP 1: Comparative Literature, 10 CP
Module WP 2: Literature and Culture Theory, 10 CP
Module WP 3: Historical Linguistic Perspectives, 10 CP
Module WP 4: Multilingualism and Additional Language Practice, 10 CP
Module WP 5: Practical Orientation/ Additional Language Practice, 10 CP
Module WP 6: Internship, 10 CP

Special features

You do not have to provide proof of Russian language skills upon enrolment, but level A2 is required as an entry requirement for the Language Practice III module. If necessary, a preparatory course can be completed, preparatory tutorial programme. - Adequate knowledge of German is required. 

Subject-specific admission and enrolment rules

Not barrier-free

Course Advisory Service

For subject-specific questions, please contact Dr. Berit Gehrke by phone at 030 2093-73355 or by email.

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Recognition of credits

If you have any questions about the classification or recognition of studies and qualifications, please contact Dr. Joanna Zaleska, by telephone (030 2093-73325) or by email.

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