As the UK enters into new economic and political negotiations with the world, the demand for speakers of the Russian language is as strong as ever.
We have taught Russian at Nottingham for over 100 years, developing well established and trusted connections, as well a strong academic and alumni community. The breadth of our research expertise means we are able to offer you a broad choice and a course that promotes a deep understanding of what makes Russia the nation it is today. Alongside core language modules, you take optional modules which cover Russian literature, history, society, politics, culture and film.
You can follow two pathways:
- Beginners’ Russian students (including post-GCSE students). You will follow an intensive language course designed to take you to degree level within four years
- Post-A level students. You will begin at a more advanced level
We also offer you the exciting opportunity to study Serbian/Croatian as a second Slavonic language. You may opt to spend part of your year abroad in Serbia or Croatia enabling you to reach degree level in Serbian/Croatian as well as Russian.
All our students spend time in Russia to improve their language skills, fluency and confidence. We work with our partner institutions in Russia to ensure that students receive excellent tuition and exposure to Russian culture.
This course is also available with a foundation year.
Course Details - Modules
In year one you will develop the four skills of reading, listening, speaking and writing, either via our intensively taught beginners’ course, or via our specially targeted post-A level module.
Alongside your study of language, you will choose from introductory level modules on Russian and Soviet history and culture, and on the history and culture of South-East Europe, usually alongside a subsidiary module.
If you are studying Russian post-A level you may also begin learning Serbian/Croatian from beginners' level.
In year two you will advance your knowledge of Russian in preparation for the year abroad. You will also continue your study of Russian and Eastern European literature, history and culture. You may also begin or continue Serbian/Croatian.
Your third academic year is spent abroad in Russia. You can either study at one of our partner universities or study 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 the final year, you will apply your Russian language skills in high-level modules. 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, with the option of writing a dissertation.
Our optional modules are taught by experts in areas from the Byzantine period to the present day and range across literature, history, cinema and cultural studies. If you wish to hone your language skills further with the aim of using them professionally you can choose an optional module in Russian interpreting and undertake a language project. If you have studied Serbian/Croatian earlier in the course you can continue it at the appropriate level.
Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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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:
R700
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 Russian if taking post A Level. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Sottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including Russian for post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
Pass with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the level 3 credits, at least 21 should be graded Merit. A Level Russian grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
Including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification 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 including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is 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 Russian 5 points at Higher Level or 6 points at Standard Level (B Programme). No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
Including Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including at least 8.0 in Russian if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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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
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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