Slavic Studies
Department of Slavic Languages and Literature
http://www.slavic.illinois.edu
Department Office: 3080 Foreign Languages Building, 707 South Mathews, Urbana, (217) 333-0680
Slavic Studies
The major in Slavic Studies enables students to specialize in one of five concentrations:
Russian Language, Literature, and Culture; Polish Studies; South Slavic Studies; Czech Studies;Ukrainian Studies. Unlike the major in Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies, which has a multidisciplinary area studies and current affairs focus, the major in Slavic Studies emphasizes the study of language, literature, and culture in their historical context. Students develop intensive cultural literacy and communication skills through humanities-oriented training, and many go on to careers in writing and editing, media, or work with international cultural foundations and organizations. The major is an excellent preparation for law school, business school, or other graduate study, as well as careers in the N.G.O. world, teaching, or research.
The department also offers a minor in Russian Language and Literature and a minor in Slavic Language, Literature, and Culture.
Major in Sciences and Letters Curriculum
E-mail: slavic@illinois.edu
Degree title: Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minimum required major courses equate to 30 hours including 6 hours in advanced language and 24 hours in literature and culture.
General education: Students must complete the Campus General Education requirements.
Minimum hours required for graduation: 120 hours
Departmental distinction: Graduation with distinction may be earned by completion of one of the following two options:
- GPA in departmental courses of 3.75; or
- GPA in departmental courses of 3.50, plus successful completion of academic study trip to the region, documented by graded transcript. See a departmental adviser to work out details, preferably two semesters before graduation.
Students must select one concentration in consultation with an academic advisor. Students in all concentrations must complete a) 6 hours of language beyond the second year, and b) 24 hours of literature and culture courses.
RUSSIAN LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE CONCENTRATION
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 6 | Language: A minimum of 6 hours beyond the second year of the Russian language: RUSS 301,302 – Third-Year Russian I, II, or equivalent |
| 24 | Literature and Culture: A minimum of 24 hours is required in the following areas (RUSS 401 and 402- Fourth Year Russian I, II- can count toward the requirements of any category): |
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6 hours of Introductory Culture courses: RUSS 115 - Intro to Russian Culture and Choose one of the following: REES 200 - Intro to Russia and Eurasia RUSS 261 - Intro to Russian-Jewish Culture SLAV 117 - Russ & East Euro Science Fiction SLAV 120 - Russian & E Euro Folktales |
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6 hours of Literature Survey courses: Two 200-level literature or cinema courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department. |
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12 hours of Upper-level (300- and 400-level) Literature and Culture courses chosen from the following: Literature and Culture Courses (6 hrs.): |
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POLISH STUDIES CONCENTRATION
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 6 | Language: A minimum of 6 hours beyond the second year of the Polish language: POL 301, 302- Third-Year Polish I, II- or equivalent; or Students may choose to complete the second year (200-level sequence) of a second Slavic language, including Russian, in addition to Polish. |
| 24 | Literature and Culture: A minimum of 24 hours is required in the following areas (POL 401 and 402- Fourth-Year Polish I, II- can count toward the requirements in any category): |
6 hours of Introductory Culture courses: |
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6 hours of Literature Survey courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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12 hours of Upper-level (300- and 400-level) Literature and Culture courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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1. Up to 9 hours of the literature requirement (but no more than 6 at the upper level) can be replaced by courses at the same level in other departments, chosen in consultation with and approved by the Undergraduate Advisor, that treat the history, culture, and society of Poland or the region.
SOUTH SLAVIC STUDIES CONCENTRATION
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 6 | Language: A minimum of 6 hours beyond the second year of a South Slavic language: SCR 301, 302-Third-Year Serbian/Croatian I, II- or equivalent; or Students may choose to complete the second year (200-level sequence) of a second Slavic language, including Russian, in addition to SCR. |
| 24 | Literature and Culture: A minimum of 24 hours is required in the following areas: |
| 6 hours of Introductory Culture courses: SCR 115 - South Slavic Culture and Choose one of the following: REES 201 – Intro to Eastern Europe SLAV 117 - Russ & East Euro Science Fiction SLAV 120 - Russian & E Euro Folktales |
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6 hours of Literature Survey courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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12 hours of Upper-level (300- and 400-level) Literature and Culture courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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1. Up to 9 hours of the literature requirement (but no more than 6 at the upper level) can be replaced by courses at the same level in other departments, chosen in consultation with and approved by the Undergraduate Advisor, that treat the history, culture, and society of the South Slavic region.
CZECH STUDIES CONCENTRATION
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 6 | Language: A minimum of 6 hours beyond the second year of the Czech language: CZCH 484 Readings in Czech for 6 hours or equivalent; or Students may choose to complete the second year (200-level sequence) of a second Slavic language, including Russian, in addition to Czech |
| 24 | Literature and Culture: A minimum of 24 hours is required in the following areas: |
| 6 hours of Introductory Culture courses: SLAV 120 - Russian & E Euro Folktales and Choose one of the following: REES 201 - Intro to Eastern Europe RUSS 261 - Intro to Russian-Jewish Culture SLAV 117 - Russ & East Euro Science Fiction |
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6 hours of Literature Survey courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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12 hours of Upper-level (300- and 400-level) Literature and Culture courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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1. Up to 9 hours of the literature requirement (but no more than 6 at the upper level) can be replaced by courses at the same level in other departments, chosen in consultation with and approved by the Undergraduate Advisor, that treat the history, culture, and society of the Czech region.
UKRAINIAN STUDIES CONCENTRATION
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 6 | Language: A minimum of 6 hours beyond the second year of the Ukrainian language: UKR 301, 302- or equivalent; or Students may choose to complete the second year (200-level sequence) of a second Slavic language, including Russian, in addition to Ukrainian |
| 24 | Literature and Culture: A minimum of 24 hours is required in the following areas: |
| 6 hours of Introductory Culture courses: UKR 113 – Ukrainian Culture and Choose one of the following: REES 200 – Intro to Russia and Eurasia REES 201 – Intro to Eastern Europe RUSS 261 – Intro to Russian-Jewish Culture SLAV 117 - Russ & East Euro Science Fiction SLAV 120 - Russian & E Euro Folktales |
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6 hours of Literature Survey courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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12 hours of Upper-level (300- and 400-level) Literature and Culture courses chosen in consultation with the Undergraduate Advisor from a list maintained in the Slavic Department.1 |
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1. Up to 9 hours of the literature requirement (but no more than 6 at the upper level) can be replaced by courses at the same level in other departments, chosen in consultation with and approved by the Undergraduate Advisor, that treat the history, culture, and society of the Ukrainian region.
For all Concentrations:
All foreign language requirements must be satisfied.
A Major Plan of Study Form must be completed and submitted to the LAS Student Affairs Office before the end of the fifth semester (60 - 75 hours). Study abroad courses may be substituted for major and minor requirements with approval of adviser.
Minor in Russian Language and Literature
A minor in Russian language and literature may be useful and enriching for students in many disciplines, from economics and political science through comparative literature and theatre to engineering and mathematics. The 18- to 20-hour program listed below provides considerable flexibility within a general structure. Additional information may be obtained from the undergraduate adviser in the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures.
E-mail: slavic@illinois.edu
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 3 | Introduction to Slavic culture. Select from: RUSS 115- Intro to Russian Culture RUSS 261- Intro to Russian-Jewish Culture SLAV 117- Russ & E Euro Science Fiction SLAV 120- Slavic Folklore |
| 6-8 | Intermediate Russian Language: RUSS 201–Second-Year Russian I RUSS 202–Second-Year Russian II; or equivalent |
| 9 | Russian literature and culture: Three 200-, 300- or 400-level courses from the list maintained by the undergraduate advisor, including at least one at the 300- or 400-level. Advanced Russian language (RUSS 301, 302, 305, or equivalent) can substitute for one course in this requirement. |
| 18-20 | Total required hours |
6 hours must be advanced (300- or 400-) level courses.
Minor in Slavic Language, Literature, and Culture
A minor in Slavic language, literature, and culture may be useful and enriching for students in many disciplines, from economics and political science through comparative literature and theatre to engineering and mathematics. The 18- to 20-hour program listed below provides considerable flexibility within a general structure.
In completing the requirements for the minor, students may choose to pursue study of a particular Slavic language and culture, or may combine study of a single language with other courses that treat the region more broadly. For example, a student could specialize in Polish by taking POL 201, 202, 301 for the language and POL 115, POL 245 Survey of Polish Literature, and HIST 467 Eastern Europe for the literature and culture requirements. Please consult the Undergraduate Advisor to choose coursework.
| Hours | Requirements |
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| 3 | Introduction to Slavic culture. Select from: |
| 6-8 | Intermediate Slavic Language: |
| 9 | Slavic Literature and Culture: Three 200-, 300- or 400-level courses from the list maintained by the undergraduate advisor, including at least one at the 300- or 400-level. Advanced Slavic language (the 301 or 302 level of the language of specialization, or equivalent) can substitute for one course in this requirement. Also, one course at the same level in another department, chosen in consultation with the advisor, that treats the history, culture, and society of the region can count toward this requirement. |
| 18-20 | Total required hours |
6 hours must be advanced (300- or 400-) level courses.