This is the preliminary (or launch) version of the 2024-2025 VCU Bulletin. Courses that expose students to cutting-edge content and transformative learning may be added and notification of additional program approvals may be received prior to finalization. General education program content is also subject to change. The final edition and full PDF version will include these updates and will be available in August prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
A minor in Russian studies requires at least 18 credits, none of which may be earned at the 100 level.
Note: Language placement test results cannot substitute for completion of course work.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| RUSS 201 | Intermediate Russian | 3 |
| RUSS 202 | Intermediate Russian Readings | 3 |
| or RUSS 205 | Intermediate Russian Conversation | |
| Select at least three credits at the 300 level or above from courses taught in Russian | 3 | |
| Select nine credits from courses taught either in Russian or in English that relate to Russian history, politics, society or culture, from the following: | 9 | |
| Topics in Literature 1 | ||
| Topics in Foreign Literature in English Translation 1 | ||
| History of Russia I | ||
| History of Russia II | ||
| History in Film: ____ 1 | ||
| Topics in History 1 | ||
| Senior Capstone in International Studies 1 | ||
| Topics in International Studies 1 | ||
| Russian and Post-Soviet Politics | ||
| Conversation and Media (in Russian) | ||
| Literature and Culture: ____ (in Russian) | ||
| Russian Film (in Russian) | ||
| Topics in Russian (in Russian) | ||
| Regional Geography of ____ 1 | ||
| Great Cities of the World 1 | ||
| Cultural Texts and Contexts: ____ 1 | ||
| Human Rights and Literature 1 | ||
| Topics in World Languages and Cultures 1 | ||
| Topics in World Languages and Cultures 1 | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
When appropriate: Always check first with the SWS Advising Office before enrolling in these courses.
Courses taken through an approved study abroad program in an appropriate location (must be preapproved through the SWS Advising Office).