Russian, B.A.
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Program Overview
Knowing another language is one of the most valuable skills you can possess, and learning it at 可乐视频鈥攍ocated in one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse areas in the world鈥攊s a wise choice. With fluency in another language鈥攁nd the cultural connections that are inextricably linked to it鈥攜ou鈥檒l stand out in a variety of careers and be able to travel the world with confidence. A notable feature of our program is that, as a Russian major, you can choose a track in Russian business.
Major Details
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2025鈥�26 academic year per the 可乐视频 Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
Major Requirements (24鈥�36 Credits)
NYSED Program Code: 02039
The following are required (24 credits in advanced courses):
- Russian , , and
- At least one of the following culture courses: Russian or
- The remaining courses are to be selected from Russian , , , , , , or . Tier II, Tier III, and/or Tier IV.
A knowledge of Latin and/or another language other than English is also helpful.
You can also choose the track in Russian Business.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Oral and writing proficiency: to master the oral and written skills that may be necessary to delve into other areas of academic or professional inquiry provided by the study of the global languages and cultures.
- Linguistic competence: to acquire a range of linguistic skills鈥攍istening, speaking and writing-that correspond to the standard level of their, following the description carried out by the ACTFL.
- Cultural proficiency: appreciation for languages other than English and for minority and foreign cultures.
- Cultural competence: to identify and become savvy in linguistic traditions and cultures other than one鈥檚 own.
Degree Maps
To help you pursue your studies in the most efficient manner, and to maximize your efforts to graduate in four years, 可乐视频 has created four-year degree maps for all its majors.
View for this major and others.
Tracks
Language and Business
All of the following: Russian or , , , or
Four additional courses to be selected from Russian , or , or , , , , or , Tier II, Tier III, and/or Tier IV.
Both of the following: Business and
Two of the following: Business , , , , ,
The “W” designates a writing-intensive course.
The Support You鈥檒l Find
可乐视频 is an integral part of the cultural and artistic energy of New York City. Our faculty members in the Department of Global Languages, Literatures, and Cultures offer incomparable expertise and tremendous talent, and each brings a unique perspective to their teaching and mentoring in and out of the classroom.
Internships and Employers
Through job fairs, the internship database, and internship panels, the Magner Career Center gives students in the Russian B.A. program access to career opportunities at a wide variety of employers, including:
- McGraw Hill
- Mount Sinai Health System
- New York City Department of Education
- New York City Human Resources Administration
- New York City Teaching Fellows
- Sanctuary for Families
- United Nations
- United States Army
