Program Overview

BA German and Russian

Overview

The BA German and Russian program is a four-year undergraduate degree that combines the study of German and Russian languages, cultures, and societies. The program is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of both languages and cultures, as well as the skills and expertise needed to thrive in German and Russian-speaking environments.

Course Description

The program includes a range of courses that cover language, literature, history, culture, and society in both Germany and Russia. Students will develop their language skills through core language courses, as well as through independent language learning activities. The program also includes a period of study abroad in a German-speaking country and a Russian-speaking country.

Aims

The program aims to:

• Equip students with the skills and expertise needed to thrive in German and Russian-speaking environments
• Develop students' language skills to a superior level
• Provide students with a deep understanding of German and Russian cultures and societies
• Prepare students for a range of careers, including business, education, government, and the media

Special Features

• Study abroad in a German-speaking country and a Russian-speaking country
• Collaborations and partnerships with language and cultural institutions across the city
• Societies and student organizations, including the German Society and the Russian Society
• Access to the University Language Centre, which offers language resources and support

Teaching and Learning

The program is taught through a mixture of formal lectures, seminars, and tutorials. Students will spend approximately 12 hours a week in formal study sessions, and will be expected to complete a further 2-3 hours of independent study per week.

Coursework and Assessment

Assessment methods vary from course unit to course unit, but may include:

• Written and oral examinations
• Presentations
• Coursework (including library research, linguistic fieldwork, and data collection)
• A dissertation based on a research topic of the student's choice

Course Content

The program includes a range of courses that cover language, literature, history, culture, and society in both Germany and Russia. Some of the courses available include:

• German Language 1-5
• Russian Language 1-5
• Introduction to German Linguistics
• Revolution and Reaction in German Culture
• The Making of Modern Russia
• 100 Years of Revolution: from Lenin's Soviet Union to Putin's Russia
• Business Russian
• Translation Studies
• Soviet and Post-Soviet Popular Culture and Cinema
• Politics and Society in Russia, the Soviet Union, and Post-Soviet Countries

Facilities

The University Language Centre is home to language resources, including a new interpreting suite, purpose-built recording rooms, and resources for over 70 languages.

Disability Support

Practical support and advice for current students and applicants is available from the Disability Advisory and Support Service.

Careers

A degree in German and Russian can lead to a range of careers, including:

• Business and management
• Education and teaching
• Government and public service
• Media and journalism
• Translation and interpretation
• International relations and diplomacy

Employers of our German and Russian graduates include PwC, Sandhills East, Lidl, Vodafone, Inghams Travel, Amazon, Egger (Germany), and Mark Warner.

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The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high-quality education that prepares them for the future, and by protecting their interests.

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For more information about the BA German and Russian program, please contact the University of Manchester.

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