# Summer School of Russian as a Foreign Language
**Source**: https://english.spbu.ru/admission/programms/additional-educational-programmes/summer-school-russian-foreign-language
**Parent**: https://english.spbu.ru/admission/programms/russian-language
Course description
The Summer School is a great opportunity to combine a visit to one of Europe’s most beautiful cities with the study of Russian language and culture.
The Summer School allows students to not only to learn more about the Russian language, master Russian speaking skills, but also to immerse themselves into the inimitable atmosphere of St Petersburg. The course teaching staff is implementing teaching methods without intermediary language. Visiting St Petersburg famous sightseeing spots will inspire students to the further study of the Russian language and the Russian culture.
You will learn to sing Russian songs, give a sightseeing tour and even write poetry — all in Russian!
The Summer School educational programme includes:
- comprehensive practical classes in Russian
- visit to SPbU, the first university of Russia
- academic excursions and walking tours around the University
- thematic lessons (aquainting students with Russian history, traditions, and culture)
- visiting sightseeings of St Petersburg
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the Summer School, students will:
- be able to maintain a conversation in Russian
- ask questions in Russian
- learn more about life in Russia, its history and traditions
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 cultural figures
- 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
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) 363-68-95 or email: [rlci@spbu.ru](mailto:rlci@spbu.ru).
Type of programme Russian Language
Duration 2 or 3 weeks
Workload 72 hours (50 hours of contact instruction) in 2 weeks, 105 hours (75 hours of contact instruction) in 3 weeks
Type of study Full-time
Document issued SPbU standard certificate
Tuition fee 2 weeks: 19 500 rub (online) / 28 000 rub (full-time) and 3 weeks: 29 000 rub (online) / 36 000 rub (full-time)
Course schedule June - September
Language
Russian
Address St Petersburg, Lieutenant Schmidt embankment, 11
Contact person Varvara Komarova
E-mail [rlci@spbu.ru](mailto:rlci@spbu.ru)
Telephone [+7 (812) 363-68-95](tel://78123636895)
WEB [The programme website](https://russian4foreigners.spbu.ru/ru/education/summerschool.html)