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 Russian Studies Semester is designed to provide an educational foundation for students hoping to build a professional career with ties to Russia and the FSU. Required courses focus on a broad understanding of this part of the world – its language, history, current events, culture and the arts, economy, and politics. A range of electives allows students to pursue individual interests. All courses are taught in English and are designed to fulfill credit requirements in multiple areas. More advanced speakers of Russian will be given additional resources.
 Moscow - A bustling and multicultural city, Moscow is the ideal setting for a focused study of not only Russia, but also of the relationship between this educated and resource-rich country and the rest of the world. While we have chosen Moscow as the base for this program, we strongly encourage all students to select post-semester options for travel-study in various regions of Russia and the NIS, or to consider subsequent semesters in other regions, taught in Russian.
This program is taught at GRINT Centre for Education and Culture at Moscow University for the Humanities. 
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Program Costs
Fall: September 1 - December 12, 2008 Cost: 8 595$
Includes: tuition, dormitory accommodation with meal plan (2 meals per day during weekdays) OR home stay with half board (2 meals per day every day), visa and registration, pre-departure materials, local orientation, health and accident insurance, cultural and travel program, round-trip airport transfers, and SRAS in-country support. Program also includes mobile telephone with initial phone card.
***Apply by May 1, 2008.
Spring 2009 - dates to be confirmed. Cost: 8 595$
Includes all services listed above. ***Apply by October 1, 2008.
***All prices are subject to change without notice.
Curriculum: Required courses Full course descriptions Russian Language Study
Russian language courses are offered at six different levels, from beginning to advanced. Class size is small (3-5 students) and each level is designed to meet ACTFL (American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages) guidelines. At the end of the semester, more advanced language students may opt to take the Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL) exam. Mid-semester seminar – "Living and Working in Russia"
A seminar addressing important issues to those considering working in Russia. We discuss visas, work permits, and living in Russia as well as opportunities in the public and private sectors and how best to navigate them.  Plus two of the following:
RS-110: Russia Today Course Syllabus
This course looks at the current situation in Russia, including political, economic, and sociological issues: the transitional periods, crises, new economic classes, relations with NIS countries, security and intelligence, industry and business, education and demographics. RS-111: Russian Civilization Course Syllabus
This course covers the history, art, culture, and literature of Russia from ancient times until the present. The role of statehood, religion, the arts, and education are studied from both a historical context and with an eye toward the future of Russia. RS-310: Politics and International Relations – The Russian Perspective Course Syllabus
Foreign policy and international relations with all major regions in historical perspective. RS-311: Economic and Political Geography of Russia and the NIS Course Syllabus
Geography and nationality in the former Soviet Block, the NIS, and Russia. Curriculum: Elective courses Full course descriptions
Students must take one elective (the above courses may serve as electives as well): History of Russian and Soviet Theater  (RS-350) National Minorities, National Identities (Religious and Ethnic Concerns) (RS-351) Russia in Central Asian History (RS-352) Russian Folklore, Mythology, and Traditions (RS-353) The History of Russian Espionage (RS-354) History of Science & Technology (RS-355) Economies in Transition (RS-356) Russian and E. European Science Fiction (RS-357) Russian Comic Literature (RS-358) The Rises and Falls of Advertising in Russia: 1750-2006 (RS-359) History and Future of the Russian Media (RS-360) Russian Revolution - The Russian Perspective (RS-361) Specialized Language Study (RS-362) Independent Research Topic (RS-363)
Course enrollment and scheduling
Due to the range of electives offered, course format will depend on the number of students enrolled in each course. If 5 students or more enroll, a full course is offered (15 lectures); if 2-4 students, eight lectures plus guided research; if one student, four individual meetings with the professor plus guided research. The required courses will always be offered in a group format. One "lecture" is two academic hours. Each course consists of formal lectures and academically related excursions. The typical schedule is 9:30 – 13:30 each day, with at least one longer lecture day, weekend excursions, and one evening cultural event per week. Post-semester travel modules Full descriptions
The following travel modules are offered as additional courses. Pre-departure materials and instruction will be given and each module consists of a range of educational tours, lectures, and readings about each area. These must be confirmed at time of enrollment (due to visa and travel logistics) and students  who wish to obtain credit for these travel modules will meet with an advisor to discuss study objectives, preparatory reading, and final paper requirements. (One credit) - Ukraine
- Central Asia
- Trans-Siberian
- Advanced Politics Semester
Excursions sample list
Each semester a series of excursions is coordinated with the coursework. Those directly integrated with the course are included in the cost of the program. Others may arranged for an optional extra fee. Credits
18 Total: (Language – 9 Credits; Required Subject Courses – 6 Credits; Electives – 3 Credits; Optional Travel Study may be eligible for 1 Credits
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