# Russian for Foreigners. Level A1

**Source**: https://english.spbu.ru/admission/programms/additional-educational-programmes/russian-foreigners-level-a1
**Parent**: https://english.spbu.ru/admission/programms/russian-language

Course description

The course is designed to:

- Prepare international students for the study of professional educational programs in Russian
- Meet the basic communicative needs of international students using the Russian language in social, cultural, and academic-professional contexts
- Introduce international students to the Russian language system and develop their baseline language skills within the A1 level of Russian language proficiency

The course is also useful for those who wish to start learning Russian from scratch before arriving in Russia, allowing them to adapt more quickly and successfully to their new environment.

The programme focuses on practical language skills and is suitable for those planning to continue their studies in undergraduate, specialist, and master’s programmes. The course opens new opportunities for foreigners preparing for admission to Russian universities. The programme is available to applicants worldwide.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to understand simple speech in Russian and take part in conversations in common social, educational and professional situations.

Course structure

The programme consists of practical Russian language classes. Students have access to an e-library with all the necessary study materials.

At the end of the programme, students take the Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL) at the A1 level.

Lecturers

Classes are taught by leading instructors of Russian as a foreign language at St Petersburg University.

Our advantages

- Our experienced educators are world‑renowned scientists and winners of prestigious international awards
- We offer over 800 educational programmes, ranging from popular and introductory to niche and advanced
- With us, you can benefit from and become a part of the 300‑year tradition and history of Russia’s first university
- SPbU boasts a unique cultural environment that has shaped many famous Russian scientists, politicians, entrepreneurs and artists
- Upon completion of the course, you will receive an official SPbU You will have access to the University’s unique resources, including its extensive research library and many museums
- Studying at SPbU gives you access to the University’s resources, from its extensive research library to its many museums.

How to enrol?

To enrol on the programme, please contact us by phone or email — we will get back to you within one working day.

You will need to sign a contract and make payment before you can start the course. If you have any questions, feel free to reach us at: +7 (812) 325-11-24 or email: [rki-programs@spbu.ru](mailto:rki-programs@spbu.ru).

Type of programme Russian Language

Duration 29 weeks

Workload 340 hours (120 hours of instruction)

Type of study Full-time/Online

Document issued SPbU standard certificate

Tuition fee 65 000 rub

Course schedule Weekdays

Language
English, Russian

Address Online

Contact person Anastasia Yanushkevich

E-mail [rki-programs@spbu.ru](mailto:rki-programs@spbu.ru)

Telephone [+7 (812) 325-11-24](tel://78123251124)