Russian is an important world language, spoken by some 150 million people, and is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
Russian is spoken by over 150 million people, and is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. The opening of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union since the Cold War has seen growth opportunities in independent trade, the entertainment industry, and international business.
For the major in the Bachelor of Arts, complete the following courses:
100-level
200-level
300-level
Courses from European and European Union Studies can also be credited towards the major, with approval from the Programme Coordinator.
It is highly recommended that you complete some Russian language courses during your major study. The 100-level language courses are for absolute beginners or those with very little previous experience in Russian language. Those with a high level of Russian language proficiency may be given direct entry to 200-level language courses.
RUSS330 and RUSS331 are advanced language courses required for all Russian major students.
For the minor in the Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Digital Screen, Health, Product Design, Science, Social and Environmental Sustainability, Sport, or Youth and Community Leadership, complete the following courses:
Courses from European and European Union Studies can also be credited towards the minor, with approval from the Programme Coordinator.
By learning a second language, you open yourself up to a wide variety of careers within Aotearoa and abroad. Russian in particular presents a unique opportunity to be a part of one of the most populous European countries that continues to make world history.
Career pathways could include:
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Russian.
Learn about different eras of history and cultures around the world.
Learn about different eras of history and cultures around the world.
