Courses In Russian (RUS)


Rus 101 - Beginning Russian I - (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
Emphasis on developing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing the Russian language.

Rus 102 - Beginning Russian II - (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
A continuation of Rus 101. Further development of proficiency in listening to, speaking, reading, and writing the Russian language. Prerequisite: Rus 101 or equivalent level of proficiency.

Rus 103 - Accelerated Russian for Business - (Demand) 6 hrs. cr.
An intensive overview of Russian language for beginners, developing working proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the area of business.

Rus 203 - Intermediate Russian I - (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
Systematic development of proficiency in Russian. Prerequisite: Rus 102 or equivalent level of proficiency.

Rus 204 - Intermediate Russian II - (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
A continuation of Rus 203. Further systematic development of proficiency in Russian. Prerequisite: Rus 203 or equivalent level of proficiency.

Rus 298 - Selected Topics in Russian - (Demand) 1-3 hrs. cr.
Topics not normally included in another course. Prerequisites are determined by the department and stipulated in the syllabus.

Rus 305 - Conversation and Composition - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
Another step in developing a more comprehensive proficiency in Russian with a particular emphasis on speaking and writing. The course demands from the student an active use of new and already acquired vocabulary and grammar structures, as well as of syntactical features of oral and written expression. Prerequisite: Rus 204 or equivalent level of proficiency.

Rus 306 - Russian Culture and Civilization - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
Introduction to the Russian cultural history and contemporary life. Analysis and discussions focus on major historical, political, social, and cultural events and the way they shaped Russian civilization. Russian cultural perspectives are analyzed as they are expressed in a variety of cultural products and practices. The course is taught in English. There are no prerequisites. Course may be offered with a study abroad option.

Rus 325 - Film in Soviet and Russian History - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
A survey of the most important aspects of cinematography and cinematographic production in the Soviet Union and Russia. Covers major figures in the field of film as well as an introduction to the major filmic schools and movements. Taught in Russian with readings in both Russian and English. Prerequisite: Rus 204.

Rus 330 - Russian Short Story - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
A survey of the major Russian short stories of the 19th and 20th centuries. Classes will involve discussion of the main figures of Russian literature. The course is to be taught entirely in Russian. Prerequisite: Rus 204.

Rus 498 - Special Topics in Russian - (Demand) 1-3 hrs. cr.
For upper-division students. Topics to be announced each time the course is offered.

Rus 499 - Independent Study - (Demand) 1-3 hrs. cr.
Individually directed study in Russian. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. The proposed study must be approved by the instructor, adviser, department head, and dean in advance of enrollment.

 

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