Non-Degree / Dates: 12-30 July 2021
Update April 2021: The course will take place online, more information here.
The Russian Language course programme consists of language classes, a cultural programme (optional) and an additional study tour to St Petersburg, Russia (optional).
It is a well-established fact that the best way to learn a foreign language is to visit a country where it is spoken. Estonia is on the threshold of the Russian Federation and the school takes advantage of this proximity. Estonia’s historical connection provides students with one of the best opportunities to learn Russian in the region.
Our close ties with our neighbour allows us to make full advantage of resources from Russia – the teachers in the course are all native speakers of Russian and they all use the most up-to-date teaching materials published in Russia. Furthermore, the course offers a real opportunity for genuine communication in Russian – while at the same time offering European standards of safety and service.
The Russian Language course also offers a unique opportunity to combine learning Russian in Tallinn with visiting one of the most beautiful Russian cities, its second capital, St Petersburg. During the study trip students will have an opportunity to see the country of the language they are learning, see one of the most beautiful Russian cities with their own eyes, to learn Russian traditions and to improve their Russian. The tour operator arranges a special tourist programme for our students in one of the greatest Russian cities.
This programme differs from other summer schools located in Russia or western countries, since it offers a unique bridge to the Russian language and culture. Please read more about Language Programme
After a short written test, students will be divided into groups based on their initial proficiency in the Russian language. The number of groups depends on the number of participants, usually there are 3-4 groups. Please note that participants in one group might have slightly different levels, more advanced students can ask for additional tasks.
Why this course?
Teachers
All the teachers are native speakers of Russian. Some of them have been teaching at Tallinn Summer School for more than 10 years.
Timetable for language classes
From Monday to Friday
10:00 – 11:30 Language lessons
11:30 – 12:00 Coffee break
12:00 – 13:30 Language lessons
NB! The timetable may vary depending on the group. On the first day of the course, all groups start at 10am.
Participants
The course is suitable for students of Russian at all the levels, including complete beginners. It is ideal for students of political science majoring in the countries of the former Soviet Union, since it offers one of the best possibilities to compare two former Soviet countries as well as learn Russian. It is also perfect for those whose work or business is connected with Russia and the Russian language, and for anyone interested in Russian language and culture and appreciates the combination of high teaching standards with a fascinating cultural programme.
The basic communication language is English.
Credit points
5 ECTS. The number of classes equals 60 academic hours (15 days of classes). Students are expected to attend 4 lessons a day. In order to get the summer school certificate, students have to participate in at least 75% of the classes and pass an exam at the end of the course.
Course fee
| Early-Bird Course Fee (until 31 March 2021) | 440€ |
| Regular Course Fee (after 31 March 2021) | 490€ |
NB! Accommodation, cultural programme and meals are not included in the price.
Course fee is not including the study trip to St. Petersburg.
Contact
General Contact (registration, accommodation, cultural programme, etc): tss@tlu.ee
Information about the course content: Dimitri Mironov – dimitri.mironov@tlu.ee
Theodora Ogden, UK
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