Program Overview

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Overview

The Minor in Russian Culture program at McGill University allows students to explore a rich variety of cultural works from Russia, including celebrated works of literature from the nineteenth century onwards, Soviet film, and themes in Russian culture. This program enables students to learn about Russian culture without taking Russian language courses.

Program Details

• The program focuses on the study of Russian culture, including literature, film, and cultural themes.
• Students can explore the contributions of Russian thinkers to human society, comparative literature, and linguistics.
• The program is particularly relevant for students interested in Canadian society due to similarities in geography, climate, industrial, and economic growth.

Careers

Studying Russian culture helps students develop critical thinking and effective communication skills, which are valuable in any career path. Potential career options include:

• Journalist
• Diplomat
• Community worker
• Researcher
• Historian

Course Work

As a Russian Culture Studies student, you'll take courses like:

• RUSS 218: Russian Literature and Revolution
• RUSS 213: Introduction to Soviet Film
• RUSS 340: Russian Short Story
• RUSS 428: Russian Avantgarde

Related Majors

Discover these related majors:

• History
• Linguistics
• English: Cultural Studies
• Liberal Arts
• Anthropology

Application Information

For this program, students need to apply to the Faculty of Arts. The full eligibility information, including deadlines and required documents for the application, is available.