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Russian Language 2B (ELCR08008)

Subject

European Languages and Cultures - Russian Studies

College

CAHSS

Credits

20

Normal Year Taken

2

Delivery Session Year

2023/2024

Pre-requisites

Visiting Students must have completed Russian Studies 1B (ELCR08002), or equivalent, at grade B or above. It is also suitable for visiting students who have achieved a level of Russian equivalent to the CEFR level A2. Entry to any language course above introductory level is subject to a language test by the relevant subject area on arrival and at the discretion of the course organiser. **Please see Additional Restrictions below**

Course Summary

This course is aimed at students who came to study Russian at Edinburgh with prior knowledge of Russian and who have completed the Russian Studies 1B course. It aims to develop students' competence in oral and written Russian to an upper intermediate level, broadening their vocabulary and awareness of grammatical structures (with particular emphasis on verb conjugation and verbs of motion) and stimulating their interest in Russian culture. The course will particularly encourage engagement with original or slightly adapted Russian texts (literary texts and texts taken from contemporary media and online sources) and the oral work will structured around class discussion.

Course Description

The course builds on the foundations laid out in Russian Studies 1B and develops core linguistic skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing -- to a high intermediate level (CEFR: B2+). Students will have four components per week, each working on specific set of language skills. In the Oral class, students will work in small groups, engaging in conversation, discussion, role play and listening or watching videos. In the Grammar class, the syllabus concentrates on the Russian verb as students develop a nuanced awareness of the verbal forms and functions. The Translation/Writing class involves analysing and translating original or slightly adapted literary extracts and media texts and introduces elements of translation theory. Finally, the Home Reading class develops a more nuanced knowledge of authentic written Russian and broadens students' vocabulary, develops grammar skills and cultural awareness. Students will carry out independent reading of original Russian literary and media texts and use these as a basis for exercises. All course components are structured around a number of set topics, allowing students to focus on particular areas of vocabulary and grammar.

Assessment Information

Written Exam 40%, Coursework 60%, Practical Exam 0%

Additional Restrictions

This course cannot be taken alongside Russian Studies 1A (ELCR08005) OR Foundation Russian Language 2 (ELCR07003). Auditing this course is not permitted.

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