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Life in Russia: Yesterday and Today - GENT0410
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of Languages and Linguistics
 
 
Course Outline: See below
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 3
 
 
EFTSL: 0.062 (more info)
 
 
Contact Hours per Week: 2
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Excluded: EURO2500
 
 
Excluded: EURO2500
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

Begins with an introduction to Russian life through art, literature, film, history and politics. Considers what it was like to live in Russia in the past, using literature, memoirs and historical works. Attempts to understand what is happening today, examining politics, day-to-day life and culture.


Learning Outcomes

  • Gain an understanding of aspects of Russian civilization, in particular geography, history, politics and culture
  • Develop independent research, analytical and presentation skills in this field.

Assessment

  • Logbook - 20%
  • One tutorial paper: Class presentation 10%; Written submission (1000 words) - 20%; Essay (1500 words) - 40%
  • Participation - 10%

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