Russian is one of the major languages of the world, and is one of the languages nominated as a priority by the Australian government for teaching in schools. With us, you can study Russian language, literature, history, politics or film. Our courses cater for absolute beginners as well as native speakers, so you can join a language class that is just right for you.
Advanced students can train as interpreters and translators.
Our courses are also varied. You can explore the works of the great Russian authors in English or in Russian, learn about Russia's past and present, follow the introduction of the market system after the collapse of the USSR, or take an interest in Russian politics. Russian film from Eisenstein to Tarkovsky can also be studied in our cinema courses. You could spend some time considering the importance of the Russian Revolution, the Great Terror and the post-Soviet period. Students have the opportunity to travel to Russia and spend a month or more studying while staying with a Russian family in Moscow or St PetersburThe Russian Student Society organises social activities which give you the opportunity to practise your Russian language skills and learn more about Russian culture.