Standard Programme
Russian language courses are offered in the fall and spring semesters and are designed for students and faculty with different levels of Russian, from elementary to advanced.
Levels
1. Elementary-level courses
Courses focus on pronunciation and intonation, basic grammar structures, and basic vocabulary (survival Russian).
2. Intermediate- and advanced-level courses
Courses include reviewing Russian pronunciation and intonation, systematic review of grammar, increasing vocabulary, and developing fluency in different conversational situations.
3. Electives
Electives change due to availability and interest, but have included Russian through Literature and Film, Russian through Mass Media, and Business Russian. A complete list is available here.
Important
Over the course of one semester, students take classes for 9 academic hours each week to earn a total of 6 ECTS credits. One academic hour is 40 minutes.
Each semester is divided into two modules; students can opt to complete only one module (8 weeks) to earn 3 ECTS credits.
Information
For students already enrolled in HSE full-degree programmes:
For Semester in Moscow (visiting and exchange) students:
For international students not enrolled in any HSE programmes:
For international employees:
Dates
Module 1
Classes for Module 1 start the second week of September.
Module 2
Classes for Module 2 start the first week of November.
Module 3
Classes for Module 3 start the third week in January.
Module 4
Classes for Module 4 - to be announced.
Location and Times
Classes are held at different HSE buildings, including Myasnitskaya 20, Myasnitskaya 9/11, Staraya Basmannaya, Shabolovka, and others, depending on room availability.
Classes meet twice a week, for a total of nine academic hours.