It provides an intensive programme in Russian language for graduates in other languages, area studies, history, social and natural sciences, management science, marketing and other related subjects who would find a thorough knowledge of Russian an asset in their chosen field. Former students have gone into teaching, commerce, financial services, government, translating, postgraduate study and other occupations. The course is specifically designed for those who have no knowledge of the language, but this does not preclude those who already know some Russian. Course content . The course involves approximately 20 hours instruction per week.
Regular use is made of audio and video materials and computer-assisted language learning exercises.
The course includes also a series of lectures on area studies. The Diploma is awarded Simpliciter or with Distinction. Applications for a place on the Postgraduate Diploma in Russian Language course are made to the University Registry on a postgraduate application form which is available either from the Registry or from the Russian Division of the Department of Modern Languages. These are allocated on the recommendation of the Russian Division. Interviews for those interested in being put forward for an award are held in May. Students who are not eligible for the above awards may apply to English and Welsh Local Education Authorities.