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Study Russia, the FSU, and the world ... Russian Studies Summer is designed to provide an educational foundation for students hoping to build a professional career with ties to Russia and the FSU. The program is divided into two 5-week sessions, each with a different focus and language component. Students may attend one or both sessions; Session I is not a prerequisite for Session II. Students are strongly encouraged to attend both sessions to receive the maximum benefit and value from their study abroad experience. Session I is an intensive, five-week program focused on delivering a broad understanding of this part of the world – its history, language, culture, and politics. Session II provides a deeper look at domestic politics, international relations, the economy, and social issues. For a more intensive language experience, students may replace Session II with the month-long program Intensive Russian Summer. 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. This program is taught at GRINT Centre for Education and Culture at Moscow University for the Humanities. 
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Program Costs
Session I: May 26 - June 27, 2008 Cost: 4 995$
Includes: tuition, dormitory accommodation with meal plan (two meals/day during weekdays) OR home stay with half board (two meals/day every day), visa and registration, pre-departure materials, local orientation, health and accident insurance, cultural program, round-trip airport transfers, and SRAS in-country support. Program also includes mobile telephone with initial phone card.
***Apply by March 1, 2008
Session II: June 30 - August 1, 2008 Cost: 4 995$
Includes all services listed above. ***Apply by March 31, 2008
Session I and II (combined): May 26 - August 1, 2008 Cost: 8 295$
Includes all services listed above.
***All prices are subject to change without notice.
Required Courses:  Russian Language Study (Session I and II)
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. The class includes 15 academic hours of small group study plus two hours of individual tutoring each week.
"Living and Working in Russia" (Session I or II)
A short seminar addressing important issues to those considering working in Russia. Covers visas, work permits, and living in Russia as well as opportunities in the public and private sectors and how best to navigate them. Elective Courses:
Select one of the courses below: RS-112a: Russia Today (Session I) + Russian Civilization (Session I)
RS-112b: Russia Today (Session I) + Russian Civilization (Session II)
RS-313a: Russia Today (Session II) + Politics and International Relations
RS-313b: Russian Civilization (Session II) + Politics and International Relations RS-112a: Russia Today (Session II)
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. Session I focuses on political issues and Session II on social and economic issues. RS-112b: Russian Civilization (Session I)
 This course provides an overview of 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. Session I covers these issues as they developed through the 19th century. Session II covers development through the 20th century. RS-313: Politics and International Relations - The Russian Perspective (Session II only*)
This course is split into two parts: a general introduction into the political, cultural, social and historical background of Russia's relations with the near (NIS) and far abroad; a look at current Russian policy, including energy issues and the 2008 presidential election. *Only available to students doing both sessions. Credits
Russian language: 3
Subject courses: 3
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