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For more information about these courses, see the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures website: .
Language Placement information see 4.59 Placement in Language Courses.
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Russian
201
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Introductory Russian I
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Introduction to Russian in its cultural context. Four-skills language learning (reading, listening, speaking, writing) covering the principal elements of modern Russian. Focuses on Russian pronunciation and intonation, the Cyrillic alphabet, the foundations of Russian grammar, as well as basic vocabulary.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Russian 201 and Russian 30 will not be allowed.
Notes:
Students must complete an online placement form before classes begin. For information, consult https://slllc.ucalgary.ca/placement_all.
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Russian
209
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Introductory Russian II
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A further introduction to the basics of the Russian language, including its differences from and similarities to English, within the cultural and historical context. Structured according to various aspects of everyday life, such as family, university, professions, etc.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 201 or placement form.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Russian 209 and Russian 30 will not be allowed.
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Russian
301
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Continuing Russian I
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Furthers acquisition of the basic level of the language, enabling function in a variety of everyday situations by building comprehensive knowledge of grammar, expanding active vocabulary, and providing cultural information.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 30, 30-3Y, 209.
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Russian
303
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Continuing Russian II
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Further strengthens knowledge of the basics of the language enabling advancement to a more advanced stage of language mastery.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 301.
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Russian
309
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Russian Urban Culture in Immersion Setting
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Introduction to contemporary urban Russian culture through research projects and life experience.Â
Course Hours:
3 units; (2-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 303.
Notes:
This course is offered during a group study program in Russia. A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
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Russian
311
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Russian Rural Culture in Immersion Setting
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Introduction to contemporary rural Russian culture through research projects and life experience.
Course Hours:
3 units; (1-2)
Corequisite(s):
Russian 309 and 313.
Notes:
This course is offered during a group study program in Russia. A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
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Russian
313
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Russian Language in Immersion Setting
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Further development of oral skills and writing proficiency.
Course Hours:
3 units; (1-2)
Corequisite(s):
Russian 309 and 311.
Notes:
This course is offered during a group study program in Russia. A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
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Russian
317
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Topics in Russian Civilization and Thought
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Distinctive features in the development of Russian civilization and thought.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Notes:
Taught in English. May be repeated for a maximum credit of 6 units.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
332
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The Russian Verbal System
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A systematic survey of the Russian verbal system leading to the development of a structural understanding of the Russian language.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 303.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Russian 331 and 332 will not be allowed.
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Russian
334
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The Russian Nominal System
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A systematic survey of the Russian nominal system leading to the development of a structural understanding of the Russian language.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 303.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Russian 333 and 334 will not be allowed.
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Russian
355
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Topics in Russian Literature in Translation
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Selected texts by author, genre or period designed to explore issues of significance in the context of Russian culture.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Notes:
Taught in English. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
360
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Topics in Russian Literature of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries
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Overview of Russian literature of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in a historical perspective, with attention to issues of particular significance in Russian literary culture. Initial experience of literary analysis on the basis of diverse Russian texts.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 303 and one of 355 or 317.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
363
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Topics in Current Issues in Russian Culture
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Selected significant issues in Russian culture, as manifested in written and/or oral texts, with particular attention to language function and usage.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 303.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
397
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Inter-Cultural Immersion Experience I
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Independent study course. Project with inter-cultural theme, derived from an immersion experience, most likely abroad.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
Notes:
Permission to enrol requires a faculty member's agreement to sponsor the course of study.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Russian
400
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Topics in Advanced Russian
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Provides diverse contexts and relies on various media and techniques to generate active and sophisticated usage of the language. Equips students with skills and strategies for independent language learning.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 332 or 334.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
461
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Topics in Russian Literature
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Development of a topic, issue, period or author introduced in Russian 360.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 360 or 361.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
463
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Topics in Russian Language and Culture from a Historical Perspective
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Concentration on a linguistic and/or cultural topic in its historical development.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 363.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
497
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Inter-Cultural Immersion Experience II
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Independent study course. Project with inter-cultural theme, derived from an immersion experience at an advanced level, most likely abroad.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Russian 397 and consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
Notes:
Permission to enrol requires a faculty member's agreement to sponsor the course of study.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Russian
551
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Independent Study
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An independent research project on a topic that is not normally a part of the program's course offerings.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures. Permission to enrol in this course depends on a faculty member's agreement to sponsor the project.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
561
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Research Seminar
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Centred on a professor's current research project, the course will engage senior students as members of a collaborative research team. Independent research, discussion, group presentations, dissemination of results in an appropriate venue.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Russian
591
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Honours Project
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A research paper or creative project for honours students in their final year on a topic chosen in consultation with their supervisor.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
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