Regular use is made of Russian digital TV broadcasts, films from the Department s extensive video library, and Internet broadcasts. Transferable skills are emphasised in all classes, and students are given assistance in aspects of information retrieval, word-processing, and making oral and written presentations. Assessment of all modules is by a combination of course or portfolio work and an end of year examination. Most language modules are assessed by examination. For details of the second subject please refer to the relevant Department s entry.
All students take two modules in Russian language.
At the same time you will follow an introductory module covering aspects of Russian history and literature. Apart from language work, you will have the choice of a number of special options covering in greater detail aspects of history and literature introduced in the first year, for example Russian drama, the short story, the history of the Soviet Union. You will normally spend this year abroad. The length of time you will stay in Russia will depend on the type of programme you are following but will range from a four-week vacation course to a full academic year. The work which you complete during your year abroad counts towards your final degree assessment.