Program Overview

Program Overview

The professional development programme in "Computer Technologies in Russian Studies" is designed for philologists and linguists seeking to enhance their expertise in computational and corpus linguistics applied to the Russian language. Participants will develop practical skills in working with linguistic databases, text corpora, and electronic dictionaries, while gaining insight into the application of these tools for linguistic research.

Course Strengths

• Delivered by academics from SPbU's Department of Mathematical Linguistics — the first Soviet department dedicated to applying formal and precise methods in linguistics
• Teaching staff possess extensive experience in leading research projects and practical developments, with publications in major Russian and international journals and regular participation in specialist conferences

Learning Outcomes

Participants will acquire comprehensive knowledge of core linguistic resources and their applied uses in addressing research challenges.

Content and Structure

• Russian National Corpus
• Parallel and Learner Corpora
• Aranea Corpora
• Electronic Lexicography
• Databases and Tools

Lecturers

• Maria Khokhlova, PhD in Philology, Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical Linguistics

Program Advantages

• Experienced educators are world-renowned scientists and winners of prestigious international awards
• Over 800 educational programmes are offered, ranging from popular and introductory to niche and advanced
• The programme is part of the 300-year tradition and history of Russia's first university
• Unique cultural environment that has shaped many famous Russian scientists, politicians, entrepreneurs, and cultural figures
• Upon completion of the course, participants will receive an official SPbU standard certificate
• Access to the University's unique resources, including its extensive research library and many museums

Program Details

• Type of programme: Additional
• Duration: 1 week
• Workload: 26 academic hours (14 hours of instruction)
• Type of study: Full-time
• Document issued: SPbU standard certificate
• Tuition fee: 10,500 rubles
• Course schedule: June 2025
• Language: English

University Introduction

St. Petersburg State University boasts a unique cultural environment and a 300-year history, offering a wide range of educational programmes and research opportunities. The university is renowned for its academic and research departments, museums, and collections, providing students with access to extensive resources and a rich cultural experience.