Russian Language and Literature
Russian is spoken by some 250 million people and is used by many more in Russia and the countries of Eastern Europe. Russian is the language of one of the world's great literatures. Training in Russian can lead to careers in teaching, the creative arts, community work, governmental service, journalism, and research in many areas. Many students majoring in other fields find it useful to learn Russian as a valuable tool of communication and research. This major is sponsored by the Department of Slavic Languages and Literature.
Major in Sciences and Letters Curriculum
E-mail: slavic@usiuc.edu
Degree title: Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minimum required major and supporting courses equate to 51 hours including 12 hours in advanced Russian Language and 27 hours in Russian Literature.
General education: The LAS General Education requirements are set up so students automatically complete the Campus General Education requirements.
Minimum hours required for graduation: 120 hours
Departmental distinction: Graduation with distinction may be earned by completion of any one of the following three options:
- GPA in departmental courses of 3.75; or
- GPA in departmental courses of 3.50, plus successful completion
of RUSS 493; or
- GPA in departmental courses of 3.50, plus successful completion of academic study trip to the former Soviet Union, documented by graded transcript. See a departmental adviser to work out details, preferably two semesters before graduation.
Substitutions may be made with adviser approval.
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.
This minor is under revision. Please contact the Slavic Department for current requirements.
E-mail: slavic@usiuc.edu
Hours | Requirements |
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3 | Introduction to Russian literature and culture. Select from: |
RUSS 113Russian Civilization Through Literature |
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RUSS 114Soviet and Post Soviet Society Through Literature |
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RUSS 115Russian Masterpieces in Translation, I |
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RUSS 116Russian Masterpieces in Translation, II |
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6-8 | RUSS 201Second-Year Russian I |
RUSS 202Second-Year Russian II; or equivalent | |
3 | Select from: |
RUSS 200Intermediate Reading and Translation |
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RUSS 301Third Yr Russian I |
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RUSS 302Third Yr Russian II |
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RUSS 215Introduction to Russian Literature, I |
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RUSS 216Introduction to Russian Literature, II |
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RUSS 313Advanced Composition and Usage, I |
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RUSS 314Advanced Composition and Usage, II |
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6 | 19th- and 20th century Russian literature: two 300- or 400-level courses |
18-20 | Total required hours |
NOTE: Of the above courses, RUSS 113 through 116 have no prerequisites. RUSS 201 assumes two high-school years, or two college semesters, of elementary Russian (RUSS 101-102 or 111). The 300- or 400-level courses have prerequisites contained within the above list of courses acceptable for the minor.
Teacher Education Minor in Russian
Teacher education minors are available only to students seeking to add additional teaching fields to their teaching majors.
This minor is under revision. Please contact the Slavic Department for current requirements.
E-mail: slavic@usiuc.edu
Hours | Requirements |
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8 | RUSS 101First-Year Russian I |
RUSS 102First-Year Russian II; or equivalent | |
8 | RUSS 201Second-Year Russian I |
RUSS 202Second-Year Russian II; or equivalent | |
3 | RUSS 211Russian Conversation, I |
6 | RUSS 213Intermediate Composition and Conversation, I |
RUSS 214Intermediate Composition and Conversation, II | |
19 | Total |
Students are advised that additional course work may be necessary to teach middle grades six through eight. Consult the certification officer at 505 East Green Suite 203 for additional information.