RUS2501S – Post-communist Russian politics and society
Course content
This course is only for students who are registeret to study in St. Petersburg. It is not possible to take this course i Oslo.
The course provides a comprehensive understanding of political and societal changes in Russia since 1991.
Learning outcome
Through this course the students gain a good understanding of the structure and changes in the political system of Russia, federally and regionally, in addition to insights into the mechanisms and dynamics that characterize Russian societal development today.
Admission
You need visa to St. Peterburg and therefore you have to apply early i spring semester. Please contact your study advisor.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
RUS1503 – Russisk historie or RUS1501 – Russisk politikk, kultur og samfunn.
Teaching
The course takes place at the St. Petersburg State University and cannot be taken in Oslo. Duration 3 months.
Examination
The examination takes place in St. Petersburg and it will be approved by the Faculty of Humanities in Oslo.
Previous exams: http://www.uio.no/studier/emner/hf/ilos/RUS2501S/Eksamensoppgaver/Eksamensoppgaver.xml
Language of examination
English
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
Other
The course is optional within the 40 point course group and the 80 point course group at Russian Studies, Programme for European and American studies.