Practical Russian Language Summer School
Estonia
Term: Summer
Dates: July 27 - August 5, 2009
Description:
The courses are orientated to development of speaking skills and enrichment of students' vocabulary. The study process is based on discussions of actual topics as well as game-like tasks for development of spoken, situation-based language. There are audio and video materials used during the course. The program includes a cultural programme for getting acquainted with Ida-Virumaa and Narva as well as review of documentary and feature films, etc. * Practical Spoken Russian language (B1), 3 credits (4,5 ECTS credits) - for participants from both Estonia and abroad, whose level of Russian language is A2 (Basic Level) - July 27 - August 05, 2009 * Practical Spoken Russian language (A2), 2 credits (3 ECTS credits) - for participants from both Estonia and abroad, whose level of Russian language is A1 (Elementary Level) - July 30 - August 05, 2009
Highlights:
Why study Russian in Estonia? - Almost 26 % of the population in Estonia are Russians. - In Narva, 97% of the town population are Russian native speakers and therefore the Russian language and culture are well preserved. - EU citizens are free to enter Estonia. - Lonely Planet says about Estonia: "The vowel sounds are deep, the food is rich and the experiences unique." Come and find out more! Why study Russian in Tartu University Narva College? - Tartu University has 11 faculties, 6 colleges (a college is a regional faculty of a university) and 4 research institutions. The only classical university in the country and in its areas of activity, Tartu University seeks to achieve the highest possible standard. - Tartu University Narva College offers higher education and in-service trainings of Tartu University quality in the north-east of Estonia. - Narva is the easternmost point of the European Union and the only location in Estonia that offers an unobstructed view of Estonia's neighbour Russia, St. Petersburg is only 140 kilometres from Narva. - The Russian language studies are in Narva supported by the Russian language environment.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching:
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Subject Areas :
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- Intensive Language
- Russian & Slavic Studies
- Russian Language and Literature
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Cost in US$: 409-477 EUR
Cost Include Description:
The price includes instruction, course materials, coffee breaks and extensive programme of excursions and film watching. Trips to Saint-Petersburg and Riga can be organized upon request (for an extra fee). Accommodation is provided for an additional fee: - 32 EUR for one place in a double room of the hostel of Narva College for the week. Each apartment has a kitchen, WC, shower room and a TV set. - 157-179 EUR for one place in a double room of the city hotel "Inger" for the week (breakfast and parking place are included).
Credit Available: yes
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Other
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Participants Travel to Estonia
Independently
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 10-15
Application Process Involves:
- Transcript
- Written Application
University of Tartu, International Relations Office's Mission Statement: The University of Tartu is a national university uniting different branches of science. The mission of the University of Tartu is to act as the guardian and advocate of a highly educated Estonia through internationally acclaimed research and the provision of research based higher education.
Year Founded: 1632
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