Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies (B.A.) Academic Course Map
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The Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies (REES) at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is an interdisciplinary program focusing on study of the current cultural and social context, and the literary, artistic, and historical aspects of Russian, East European and Eurasian culture in the past and present. The aim of the language curriculum is to equip students to read, write, speak and understand Russian on a level allowing communication with natives and other users of the language.
Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies majors gain unique insight into a region of the world that is highly important in global culture, business and arts. Our students explore Russian language, literature and culture, preparing them for careers in an increasingly global world. ÌýStudents interested in Russian, East European and Eurasian studies should consider a double major in order to increase their career opportunities. Prospective teachers might combine Russian, East European and Eurasian studies with a major in another foreign language, while those preparing for a career in government, business or social services should benefit from a combination of Russian, East European and Eurasian studies and a social science or business major.
Admission Requirements
Students who begin at a Colorado Community College can transfer directly to CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ to finish their degree in any of the programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences.ÌýPlease see the CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College of Arts & Sciences’ÌýColorado Community College webpageÌýfor more information detailed information admissionsÌýrequirements for students transferingÌýfrom a Colorado Community College.Ìý
Transfer Recommendations
To graduate in a 4-year time frame, it is important that students follow the recommended schedule. Students who wish to continue their education at the community college beyond the number of credits specified below should explore with both community college and CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ staff how their graduation timeline, COF stipend, and financial aid will be affected.
Suggested Four-Year Course Plan for the Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies (REES) major
This is a suggested guide of coursework only and is subject to change. Always consult your academic advisor for graduation planning purposes.ÌýÌýDepending on a student’s situation, a different plan might be more applicable. ÌýÌý​
Students following this course map will transfer to CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ after their third semester at a Colorado community and before completing an associateÌýdegree.
Community College (first 1.5 years)
Fall Semester 1
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 1021 | English Composition I (GT-CO1) | 3 |
| HIS 1320 OR HIS 2015 | Western Civ: 1650-Present (GT-HI1) OR 20th Century World History (GT- HI1) | 3 |
| Ìý | Guaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Sciences Course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2, GT-SS3) | 3 |
| Ìý | Guaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1) | 4 |
| Ìý | Transfer Elective | 3 |
| Ìý | Total Credits | 16 |
Spring Semester 1
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 1022 | English Composition II (GT-CO2) | 3 |
| MAT 1240 | Math for the Liberal Arts or any other GT-MA1 course | 3 |
| HUM 123 OR LIT 202 | Humanities: Modern World (GT-AH2) OR World Literature After 1600 (GT-AH2) | 3 |
| Ìý | Guaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Sciences Course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2, GT-SS3) | 3 |
| Ìý | Guaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1 or GT-SC2) | 4 |
| Ìý | Total Credits | 16 |
Fall Semester 2
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RUS 1111 | Russian Language I** | 5 |
| ETH 2015 OR ANT 2115 OR SOC 2018 OR WST 2000 OR WST 2100 | Discrimination, Diversity, & Difference in the US (GT-SS3) OR Native Peoples of North America (GT-SS3) OR Sociology of Diversity (GT-SS3) OR Intro to Women Studies (GT-SS3) OR Women & Social Action (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| Ìý | Guaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Sciences Course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2, GT-SS3) | 3 |
| Ìý | Guaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1) | 4 |
| Ìý | Total Credits | 15 |
Total credits at your community college: 47
Completion of the coursework listed above does NOT lead to an associates degree at your community college, but it will fill most of the General Education requirements at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
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CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (last 2.5 years)
Spring Semester 2
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RUSS 1020 | Beginning Russian 2 | 4 |
| Ìý | REES Culture Course from 19th century or earlier | 3 |
| Ìý | Gen Ed course - Diversity:Ìý Global Perspective | 3 |
| Ìý | Lower or Upper Division Non-Major Elective | 3 |
| Ìý | Total Credits | 13 |
Fall Semester 3
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RUSS 2010 | Second-Year Russian 1 | 4 |
| Ìý | REES Culture CourseÌý | 3 |
| Ìý | REES Culture CourseÌý | 3 |
| Ìý | Lower-Upper-Division Elective | 4 |
| Ìý | Total Credits | 14 |
Spring Semester 3
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RUSS 2020 | Second-Year Russian 2 | 4 |
| Ìý | Upper-Division REES Culture Course from 19th century or earlier | 3 |
| Ìý | Upper-Division Elective | 3 |
| Ìý | Upper Division Non-Major Elective | 3 |
| Ìý | Upper Division Non-Major Elective | 3 |
| Ìý | Total Credits | 16 |
Fall Semester 4
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Upper-Division REES Culture Course or RUSS 3010Ìý | 3-4 |
| Upper-Division REES Culture CourseÌý | 3 |
| Upper-division elective | 3 |
| Upper-division Non-major elective | 3 |
| Upper-division Non-major elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15-16 |
Spring Semester 4
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Upper-Division REES Culture Course or RUSS 3020 | 3-4 |
| Upper-Division REES Culture CourseÌý | 3 |
| Upper-division elective | 3 |
| Upper-division Non-major elective | 3 |
| Upper-division Non-major elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15-16 |
Total credits at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½: 73-75
Completion of all eight semesters of coursework listed above fulfills the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies - Track B: Russian, East European and Eurasian Culture and Literature at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

