Russian and History
University of Nottingham
Russian and History
Course Summary
This course, combining history and Russian language and culture, is open to absolute beginners, GCSE, AS, or A level students in Russian.
In history you will acquire the skills for writing and debating history, and an in-depth analysis of an area of your choice will help you to develop critical abilities. The Russian component aims to take you to a high level in Russian, enabling you to use the language in your career if you choose to.
Beginners’ Russian (including post-GCSE): you will follow an intensive language course designed to take you to degree level within four years
Post-A level students: begin language classes from a more advanced level.
Throughout, you will develop your language skills, increasingly targeting applied and employment-related situations as you progress. You will spend time in Russia to improve your fluency and confidence.
At each level you will be able to select modules in Russian and East European literature, history, cinema and cultural studies. The breadth of our research expertise means we are able to offer you an exceptionally broad choice and a course that promotes a deep understanding of what makes Russia the nation it is today.
Additionally, you have the chance to learn Serbian/Croatian, with additional third year abroad destination options.
Course Details - Modules
In year one you will take the core module Learning History introducing you to the skills and methodologies of historical research, together with modules from the early medieval period to the 20th century. If you already have an A level in Russian you will develop the four skills of reading, listening, speaking and writing. Beginners in the language will undergo intensive language tuition. You will also choose one or two optional modules which introduce the study of Russia and/or Eastern Europe through topics in culture, history, language and society and also give a grounding in essential study skills. Post-A level students also have the option of beginning Serbian/Croatian.
In year two you will be able to select history optional modules covering an extremely wide chronological and geographical range. Your language modules will target more advanced grammar and applications in preparation for the year abroad. To complement your Russian language studies, you will choose modules to suit your interests from the wide range on offer in Russian history, literature and cultural studies. All students (including those studying on the beginners' Russian track) have the opportunity to begin (or continue with) Serbian/Croatian.
The third academic year is spent abroad in Russia either studying at one of our partner universities or at a language school. If you are taking Serbian/Croatian, you will be able to divide your time to cover the countries of both languages.
In your final year you will apply your Russian language skills in high-level modules, including those dealing with employment related topics. You will also extend the skills and knowledge acquired earlier in the course in specialised modules on topics in which you have become particularly interested. We offer a wide range of options, taught by experts in areas from the Byzantine period to the present day and across literature, cinema, history and cultural studies. The year-long history Special Subject module, based on primary sources, enables you to get to grips with historical work at specialist level. In addition, you will take one module from a broad array of specialised options.
Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Humanities and the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code: VRB7
Institution code: N84
Campus Name: University Park Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Including History. Russian also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Sottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including History and Russian. No language is required for beginners pathway.
Pass with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the 45 credits, at least 21 should be graded Merit or above and this must include 9 credits of History graded Distinction. A Level Russian grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
Including History and Russian. No language is required for beginners pathway. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required. A Level Russian (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Including 5 points in History at Higher Level. If studying French post A Level you will also need either 5 points in Russian Higher Level or 6 points in Russian at Standard Level (Programme B). No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent). A Level Russian grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required. A Level Russian (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required. A Level Russian (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent). A Level Russian grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
Including History. Russian also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including 8.0 in History. If taking post A Level then 8.0 in Russian. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway. GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction : 55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 90%
Go onto work and study: 100%
Fees and funding
| Republic of Ireland | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| EU | 20000.0 | Year 1 |
| England | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Wales | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| International | 20000.0 | Year 1 |
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
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Nottingham
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