Practical Russian 2
About the course
This course is mandatory for students in the master's programme in Russian and Russian studies and the master's programme in education year 8-13 (lektorutdanninga, studieretning russisk).
This course may be taken as a single course by students who meet the admission requirements.
The course curriculum is a combination of rather advanced reading, speaking, listening, and writing activities, with a focus on practical grammar (approx. level C according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)). It includes elements of translation, essay writing and a roundtable debate.
Foreign students who do not speak Norwegian can use English in translation tasks.
Admission requirements
A bachelor's degree (180 ECTS), or equivalent qualification, in Russian or Russian Studies with a minimum of 60 ECTS in the Russian coursework. An average grade equivalent to C or better in the bachelor's degree is required.
Application code: 9371 (Nordic applicants).
Objectives of the course
After completing the course you have acquired the following learning outcome:
Knowledge
You have:
- knowledge about complex grammatical constructions in Russian
- knowledge about the stylistic techniques that characterize various genres
- acquired a better practical Russian proficiency (orally and in writing), and deeper knowledge of Russian grammar
Ability
You can:
- translate advanced texts into Russian and discuss current events in Russian
- carry out oral presentations in Russian
Credit reduction
If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:
- RUS-3040 Practical written and oral Russian 2 5 ects
Teaching methods
Teaching will be in the form of weekly written assignments and conversation and reading exercises. The students will submit an assignment weekly for correction and feedback. Teaching consists of approximately 2 hours per week for 13 weeks.
Quality assurance
All courses undergo an evaluation once in a 2-year period at the master's level. The Programme Board determines which programme options will be evaluated per year, and which courses will be evaluated by the students and the teacher per year.
Language of instruction and examination
Russian.Schedule
The schedules are normally finalized and published well in advance of the start of the semester, often a few weeks beforehand. This gives students the opportunity to organize their studies and prepare for upcoming activities.
It is recommended to check the schedule regularly, as changes may occur.
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open for exchange students who fulfill the admission requirements.
The course should be taken as a part of a course package.
Examination
| School exam | Duration: 3 Hours |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| 8 written assignments | Grade: Approved – not approved |
| Oral presentation | Grade: Approved – not approved |
| Participate in a roundtable debate | Grade: Approved – not approved |
Everything you need to know about before, during, and after the exam; registration, absence, appeals, and diplomas: UiT Exams homepage
More info about the coursework requirements
- 8 written assignments must have been submitted by the given weekly deadline and must have received a pass.
- An oral presentation of approx. 10 to 15 minutes must have been completed with a pass during the semester.
- All students participate in a roundtable debate at the end of the semester.