M.A. (Hons.) in Russian is a 2-year postgraduate program designed to provide in-depth knowledge of the Russian language, literature, and culture. The course focuses on advanced language skills, including spoken and written Russian, along with the study of Russian grammar, syntax, and phonetics. Students explore Russian literary works from classical to modern authors, engage with Russian history, politics, and cultural studies, and analyze the socio-cultural context of the language. The program often involves translation studies, linguistics, and Russian cinema or art. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, translation, international relations, journalism, or roles in organizations dealing with Russian-speaking regions. The course also lays a foundation for further research or higher studies in Russian language and literature.
