The syllabus is to be made up of texts that are suitable as regards language and that can give the students a central and varied impression of Russian society and culture. Texts that the students have read at obligatory level may not be included. The students must submit written work for marking and comments. This written work must comprise 8 assignments of about 2 pages and 15 assignments of about 1 page, or the equivalent thereof. Working with the texts on the syllabus develops the students skills in reading and expressing themselves in Russian.
Oral communication is at the heart of the daily instruction.
The instruction is organised in such a way that the reading of texts gives the students an opportunity to work with important aspects of Russian society and culture in a historical and topical perspective. Skills in written Russian must be developed systematically, partly through homework assignments and partly through working in class under the teacher s guidance. Various types of assignments must be included, such as assignments that are similar to the final examination paper. There is an oral and a written examination. About 30 minutes are allotted for preparation, including time for giving instructions and handing out material.