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Russian (RUSS)

9 courses in Waterloo’s course catalog for 2020–21 (Fall 2020, Winter 2021, Spring 2021), from UW Open Data. ucalendar asks programs not to read that year’s calendar, so this stands in for it. Original: ucalendar.uwaterloo.ca/2021/COURSE/course-RUSS.html

RUSS 101 Elementary Russian I

A study of Russian grammar and composition with emphasis on oral practice and pronunciation. [Note: RUSS 101 is not open to students with native, near-native, or similar advanced ability.]

LEC · Course ID 008434On ucalendarRUSS 101 today

RUSS 102 Elementary Russian II

A continuation of RUSS 101. [Note: RUSS 102 is not open to students with native, near-native, or similar advanced ability.]

Prereq: RUSS 101

LEC · Course ID 008436On ucalendarRUSS 102 today

RUSS 201 Intermediate Russian I

This Russian language course is open to students with either a basic level of proficiency or a cultural/familial tie to the language. It includes a review of more advanced grammatical structures, practice in reading, composition, and conversation. Students will enhance their language skills, speech etiquette, and sociocultural awareness of the Russian-speaking world through authentic text and multimedia resources.

Prereq: RUSS 102

LEC · Course ID 008442On ucalendarRUSS 201 today

RUSS 202 Intermediate Russian II

A continuation of RUSS 201. This specialized Russian language course is designed for students with an interest in the fields of science, technology, and business. The focus is on specialized terminology and its usage in professional contexts.

Prereq: RUSS 201

LEC · Course ID 008443On ucalendarRUSS 202 today

RUSS 203 Integrative Language Studies I

This course develops competence in Russian through the use of authentic materials, with an emphasis on vocabulary building and consolidation of core grammar.

Coreq: RUSS 201

LEC · Course ID 013880On ucalendarRUSS 203 today

RUSS 204 Russian for Heritage Speakers

This course is designed for students of Russian speaking background (native or near-native) who have not received formal language training. The course focuses on reading, writing, and a comprehensive study of Russian grammar. It also develops stylistically appropriate language skills (e.g., academic language).

LEC · Course ID 013879On ucalendarRUSS 204 today

RUSS 301 Advanced Russian I

A continuation of RUSS 201/202. Vocabulary building, especially the comprehension of literary language, is stressed.

Prereq: RUSS 202

LEC · Course ID 008458On ucalendarRUSS 301 today

RUSS 302 Advanced Russian II

A continuation of RUSS 301.

Prereq: RUSS 301

LEC · Course ID 008459On ucalendarRUSS 302 today

RUSS 303 Integrative Language Studies II

This course advances competence in Russian through the use of authentic materials, with an emphasis on vocabulary building and advanced-level writing skills.

Prereq: RUSS 203 or 204

LEC · Course ID 013881On ucalendarRUSS 303 today