The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Russian Studies)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationDevelop an ability to communicate in the Russian language that will help enhance your understanding of the Russian-speaking culture, values and world. Russian is one of the world's major international languages: it is spoken by over 140 million people and is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. Gaining skills in the Russian language is a truly valuable asset to any workplace - especially given Russia’s prominence on the world stage. With an ability to communicate in another language, you could find yourself working in international trade, where you’ll be trusted to carry out important deals. Or, you could facilitate important communications between multinational organisation through a role in diplomacy or business. You could also enter into the fields of teaching or translation, using your fluency for education or interpretation and even the arts.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements, you can satisfy the English language requirements in a number of ways. If you have an English-speaking background or education, you need to check that you meet our requirements here. If you are not from an English-speaking background or education, you need to meet the English Language requirements through IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English (academic) or Cambridge English (CAE)
English Language Proficiency:
- Units 3 & 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/ Literature or at least 30 in EAL.
- TOEFL Internet-based test: total score of at least 79.
- IELTS: total score of at least 6.5.
- Pearson Test of English Academic: overall score of at least 58.
- Cambridge English, Advanced/Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Cambridge English Score of at least 176 with no skill below 169.
- C2 Proficiency of at least 180 with no skill below 180.
Admission Criteria:
- Completed secondary education recently (within the past two years).
- Completed some or all of a higher education qualification.
- Completed some or all of a VET qualification, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level
- Applicants with work and/or life experience.
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements, you can satisfy the English language requirements in a number of ways. If you have an English-speaking background or education, you need to check that you meet our requirements here. If you are not from an English-speaking background or education, you need to meet the English Language requirements through IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English (academic) or Cambridge English (CAE)
English Language Proficiency:
- Units 3 & 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/ Literature or at least 30 in EAL.
- TOEFL Internet-based test: total score of at least 79.
- IELTS: total score of at least 6.5.
- Pearson Test of English Academic: overall score of at least 58.
- Cambridge English, Advanced/Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Cambridge English Score of at least 176 with no skill below 169.
- C2 Proficiency of at least 180 with no skill below 180.
Admission Criteria:
- Completed secondary education recently (within the past two years).
- Completed some or all of a higher education qualification.
- Completed some or all of a VET qualification, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level
- Applicants with work and/or life experience.
Course fees
$126,312
Career opportunities
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About The University of Melbourne
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