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Russian - Minor

Russian - Minor

The Russian minor offers a solid grounding in both spoken and written Russian, in addition to a broad-based understanding of Russian literature and culture. By cultivating linguistic proficiency and cultural literacy, as well as a greater appreciation for the diverse cultures within the Russian-speaking world, this minor prepares students to visit Russia and interact in informal and professional settings with native speakers.

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Minor in Russian

麻豆影院's Minor in Russian provides students with the opportunity to develop proficiency in the Russian language while exploring the rich cultural, historical, and literary traditions of Russian-speaking regions. The program emphasizes reading, speaking, and writing skills, alongside an understanding of Russian literature, history, and contemporary society. This minor complements a variety of majors, enhancing students' global perspective and communication abilities, which are valuable in fields such as international relations, business, education, and cultural studies. Graduates with this minor are well-prepared to engage in cross-cultural interactions and pursue opportunities in global settings where Russian is an asset.

Program Information for Russian - Minor

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Read a variety of texts written for native speakers of Russian and not edited or adapted for non-native speakers.
  2. Compose routine social correspondence and descriptions of a factual nature in Russian.
  3. Demonstrate a historical knowledge of Russian history and culture and understand the diverse nature of culture throughout the ages.
  4. Discuss cultural differences, distinguishing between fact, opinion and stereotype.
  5. Communicate effectively and sensitively to diverse ethnic and cultural groups.
  6. View concepts, issues, events and themes from the perspectives of diverse ethnic and cultural groups.
  7. Maintain an ongoing assessment of their own cultural values and behaviors.
Admissions for Russian - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Coursework
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Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Prerequisite Requirements 1
RUSS 12201
ELEMENTARY RUSSIAN I
RUSS 12202
ELEMENTARY RUSSIAN II
Minor Requirements
MCLS 22217DIVERSITY IN TODAY'S RUSSIA (DIVG) 3
RUSS 22201INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN I 3
RUSS 22202INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN II 3
RUSS 32201INTENSIVE RUSSIAN GRAMMAR 3
Russian (RUSS) Upper-Division Elective (30000 or 40000 level)3
Russian (RUSS) Upper-Division Elective (40000 level)3
Minor Electives, choose from the following: 6
Any Modern and Classical Language Studies (MCLS) course (20000, 30000 or 40000 level)
Any Russian (RUSS) course (20000, 30000 or 40000 level)
Any Translation Studies (TRST) Upper-Division course (30000 or 40000 level)
Minimum Total Credit Hours:24
1

Prerequisites may be satisfied with demonstrated language proficiency.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at 麻豆影院 State (in residence).

Program Note

  • Some courses in the Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies are offered on a rotating basis, and course availability may change at any time. Please see the program coordinator or your academic advisor for course planning.
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • 麻豆影院 Campus

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