Program Guide

Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (Russian)

College: Arts and Sciences
Degree: BA
Specialized Admission: No

Contact: Victoria Morrow
Address: 364 Diffenbaugh Building
Phone: (850) 644-2606
Email: mlladvising@fsu.edu

*Please Note: Face-to-face/in-person instruction of this program is available ONLY at the main campus in Tallahassee, FL. This program is NOT available via Online/Distance Learning.*

The B.A. in Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures in the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics offers a uniquely comprehensive preparation for today’s globalized world, simultaneously training students in a specific foreign language of their choice (or a combination of two languages) and providing expertise through general courses on literature, culture, and film in a broader global perspective. In addition to acquiring foreign language skills in reading, writing and speaking, students also have the option to choose course work focused on professional fields (translation, languages for careers, etc.). Students in this degree will be required to (a) take two core courses: LIN 2004 World Languages and FOW 2100 Literature and the World, and (b) select one of the majors offered (French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, German, Russian; Dual Languages, and World Literature and Cultural Studies) and follow the Academic Map for that major. Other languages within the department include Arabic and Hebrew. The B.A. in Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures provides students with marketable skills (language proficiency, global expertise, critical thinking) that help them stand out to potential employers in a wide variety of careers in government, diplomacy, foreign affairs, international relations, language teaching, tourism, hospitality, and international business and entrepreneurship.

Students must complete the following prerequisites required for the bachelor’s degree.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the major language by testing or course completion at the intermediate level. At FSU the intermediate level is X220.

Note: State-wide common prerequisites are always under review.

Requirements for graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences include:
The College of Arts and Science requires proficiency in a foreign language through the intermediate (2220 or equivalent) level or sign language through the advanced (2614 or equivalent) level.

Requirements for Progression to the Upper-Division Major
Students must complete at least 52 hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of 2.00, at least half the required General Education hours, including English composition and mathematics, or an A.A. Degree.

Major Program of Studies at FSU

Russian Major: (30 hours)

CORE REQUIREMENTS – 6 HOURS

• LIN 2004 World Languages
• FOW 2100 Literature and the World

RUSSIAN MAJOR REQUIREMENTS: (24 hours)

REQUIRED COURSES – 9 HOURS

• RUS2330 Russian Grammar and Popular Culture
• RUS3400 Conversation and Composition 
• RUS3420 Russian Grammar and Composition

ELECTIVE COURSEWORK – 15 HOURS

Students will complete 15 credit hours at the upper-division in electives.

• A minimum of 3 credit hours of SLL coursework at the 4000-level
• A minimum of three credit hours of RUS coursework at the 4000-level, excluding RUS4905 and RUS4930
• A minimum of 3 credit hours of Russian Literature coursework (RUW) at the 4000-level
• No more than 6 credit hours 3000-level RUT or SLL courses taught in English will count towards the Russian major

Requirements may include coursework in literature, grammar, composition, and language skills.

This major requires a minimum of 12-15 hours in an approved minor area. Coursework taken to satisfy the Arts and Sciences foreign language requirement may not be applied toward the major or minor. See advisor and http://www.modlang.fsu.edu for details. A grade of C minus or higher must be earned in each course applied toward any major or minor in Modern Languages.

Digital Literacy: (3 hours)
CGS 2060 (3) Computer Fluency or CGS 2100 (3) Microcomputer Applications for Business/Economics will fulfill this requirement for the major.

Oral Communication Competency: (0-3 hours)
Students must demonstrate the ability to orally transmit ideas and information clearly. This requirement may be met with a University approved college-level course.

Minimum Program Requirements - Summary
Total Hrs. Required 120
General Education 36
Major Coursework 30
Minor Coursework 12-15
Arts and Science Foreign Language requirement 0-12, depending on placement
Digital Literacy 3
Oral Competency 0-3
Electives to bring total hours to 120

Mapping is FSU’s academic advising and monitoring system. Academic progress is monitored each Fall and Spring semester to ensure that students are on course to earn their degree in a timely fashion. Transfer students must meet mapping guidelines to be accepted into their majors. You may view the map for these majors at www.academic-guide.fsu.edu.

1. A minimum of 45 hours at the 3000 level or above, 30 of which must be taken at this University.
2. Half of the major course semester hours must be completed in residence at this University.
3. The final 30 hours must be completed in residence at this University.
4. Students who plan to earn the B. A. degree must complete both a foreign language through the intermediate (2200 or equivalent) level and nine additional hours in the fields of history and humanities.

Salary Information: For more information go to: National Association of Colleges and Employers (www.naceweb.org) or the Occupational Outlook Handbook (www.bls.gov/ooh/home.htm) provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Representative Job Titles Related to this Major: Secondary school teacher, Post-secondary foreign language and literature teacher, Translator, Interpreter, Software Developer, Accountants and Auditors, Business Representative, Travel Agent, International Relations Specialist, Intelligence Specialist, Linguist, Customs Official, Librarian, Tour and Travel Guide, International Flight Attendant, Librarian, Media Specialist.

Representative Employers: All economic sectors rely heavily on foreign language skills, including professional and technical services, management occupations, healthcare, the military, and tourism and hospitality. Graduates with foreign language degrees have found occupations in all these sectors. Foreign language training provides highly transferable skills beyond translation and education: Departments of Homeland Security, Justice, State, Defense, State Governments, Colleges and Universities, K-12 schools, Travel Agencies, Airlines, Libraries, Museums, Publishers, United Nations, FBI, CIA, NSA, Peace Corps, Non-governmental organizations with international scope, etc.

International Opportunities: International Study is available for all students and may include opportunities for internships or taking course work towards various majors and minors. International study may have an impact on the MAP; therefore, it is important to consult with the academic advisor before participating. Interested students can find information about international study, research, internships, and service opportunities at: global.fsu.edu/undergraduate-students/going-abroad.