Bachelors in Russian

From the days of czars to the Cold War to halting steps toward democracy, Russia and Eastern European countries have been consistently influential, enigmatic, and controversial. In USC Dornsife s Slavic Languages and Literature department, faculty and students jointly develop insights into the history and character of this pivotal region, with a special focus on Russia. The Russian major combines thorough preparation in the Russian language with the study of Russian literature, art, and culture. Particular emphasis is placed on developments in contemporary Russia, and the major offers students the opportunity to witness the dramatic renaissance of one of the world's major cultures as it redefines itself and its place in the world. To gain firsthand knowledge of the language and culture, students may study in Moscow, St. Petersburg or a lesser-known Slavic city for a summer, semester, or year. Graduates in Russian are sought after in government, international business, journalism, law, academia and the arts.