BA in Russian Language and Literature in Los Angeles United States | University of California, Los Angeles

Focus on mastering the language and cultural traditions of the Russian Federation while studying literary works by renowned authors like Pushkin, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Chekhov, and Pasternak in their native tongue.

Major Preparation Requirements
Prerequisites:

Completion of Russian 6, 20, or equivalent proficiency
One course selected from 25, 25W, 90A, 90B, or 90BW.

Established in 1948, the Department of Slavic, East European and Eurasian Languages and Cultures ranks among the nation's oldest and most distinguished programs in this academic discipline. Our curriculum offers an in-depth exploration of the languages, literature, cultural traditions, and historical developments across Russia, Eastern/Central Europe, and Eurasia. We foster intellectual exploration while equipping students with critical thinking abilities that enhance their professional competitiveness. As global diversity increases, our department cultivates internationally-minded graduates by providing deep understanding of one of the world's most influential regions.

As part of a top-tier research institution, our department leads in academic innovation with a distinguished faculty specializing in diverse areas including language studies, linguistics, literary analysis, music/media studies, and cultural research. Our facilities include a specialized research library housing exceptional collections such as the Markov Archive of Modern Russian Poetry and the James Ferrell Slavic Linguistics Collection. At both graduate and undergraduate levels, we empower students to pursue independent research initiatives while facilitating scholarly dialogue with peers and field experts.