B.A. in Russian

The normal program for the major in Russian concentrates on acquiring advanced proficiency in the language and the ability to comprehend and analyze important aspects of Russian literature and culture. The requirements for majors in Russian are as follows: •Three courses (9 credits) in Russian grammar, composition, and stylistics beyond the intermediate level •Three courses (9 credits) in Russian literature, including two survey courses for classical and modern Russian literature (SLAV2162 and SLAV2173) •One course (3 credits) in Russian linguistics (The Structure of Russian, Early Slavic Linguistics and Texts, Old Church Slavonic, or Old Russian) •Three electives (9 credits) in Russian literature or advanced Russian linguistics (list of approved courses available)The Department also has provisions for a Russian major with a concentration on culture and civilization.