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Gain an incredible insight into the broader Russian world.
You'll learn how Russian society has changed over centuries, develop an appreciation of Russian literature, drama and film, and master a language spoken by 200 million people.
You'll develop competence in skills which can translate to careers in business, education and law, or various other fields.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Russian translator/interpreter
- International business translator/interpreter
- Cultural support liaison
- Foreign affairs officer
- International development manager
- Research assistant
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Advanced Russian Language Skills
- General Research Methods
- Special Topics in Russian Language Studies
- Concepts in Applied Linguistics
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