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Hi! I'm thinking about spending a semester abroad. I think studying in Russia would be something totally different, as most people go to Spain or Australia or something.
So, how is the student life in Russia? Are there some good universities and international students as well?
Joszua
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Scholarships for learning Russian in Russia
posted by Daria Grishkina in Russia forum
For many people, the chance to visit a country they've always wanted to see and study there FOR FREE would be a dream come true. "Enjoy Russian" is offering SCHOLARSHIPS, covering all tuition fees, this summer to the most motivated applicants seeking to join us here in Petrozavodsk on one of our Russian Language Courses. The lucky student who wins the scholarship will be able to study with us on one of our courses in either July or August 2013.
What do you need to do to apply?
1. Fill in the application form on our website before 1st April 2013
2. Find “a piece of Russia” in your home city and take a picture of it
Technical requirements:
- One photo, taken by yourself!
- Photo size should not exceed more than 1 Mb.
3. Describe your photo in Russian (5 – 10 sentences including the place and date it was taken and the main idea behind your picture).
4. Imagine and write down in 3 sentences what you are expecting from your stay in Petrozavodsk in Russian Language School” Enjoy Russian” ( your brightest expectations, impressions).
5. Send your photo, its description and your expectations by email ([...]) to our coordinator before 8th April 2013.
Who is eligible?
- Anyone who has taken 300 hours or more worth of Russian lessons (level of Russian should be equivalent to standards required at basic and first certificate levels) in their home country or abroad
- Anyone aged 18-35
- Anyone from Europe, the USA, Australia, and Canada
A special jury, made up of three members, will decide which candidate will receive the scholarship and the winner will be announced on our site 15th April 2013.
NOTE! The more creative your application is, the higher the chance you have of winning the scholarship! Good luck!Our Students think it's cool to learn Russian in Russia
posted by Daria Grishkina in Russia forum
Hi! All the feedbacks of our students prove that they improved their language level during their semester at our school, because they lived in the Russian host families and communicated with them and with new Russian friends in Russian round the clock. We provide full immersion into the language and culture. Also people like that our school is located near the border with EU, and it takes 3-4 hours to get to Finland, so our students are not afraid "to be all alone in the middle of Russia, where bears walk along the streets")))
More info at http://enjoyrussian.com
Russia is... different
posted by Isabel Lopez in Russia forum
Hi! I did my whole bachelors degree in Commerce in Russia. You must know russian education is not he best, of course there are some great university, but in general it is not so good in terms of content.
Now, to do just one semester is a great idea, but know that is more what you gain on the experience outside the classroom than in it. There are a lot universities that have agreements with european institutions for student exchanges, there is also the erasmus program. You can look for the ones that offer a semester in english (they do exist), or you're gonna have to do the one year russian course prior (which i guess is not such a good idea for you)
You will meet great people, you will have great experiences, you will have fun, you will see yourself in a different and exciting world where you know many things are so wrong but yet you find it so fascinating. In fact in this facebook group are some things about life in Russia as a student http://www.facebook.com/groups/36055602027/Anyway, best wishes!
Semester Course by ProBa Language School - Best option
posted by Oleg Prokofiev in Russia forum
Dear Joszua,
Our Semester Course is designed for people willing to achieve a high level of Russian Language and spend an extended period of time in St. Petersburg - Semester Abroad. Studying for a semester in another country can be a great cultural and academic learning experience. We offer you the opportunity of having academic semester course at our Centre. In the ProBa Academic Semester Abroad program, students become integrated into the way of life and culture of Russia. Students live with a Host Family and attend the Russian Language Course. Please check: http://www.russian-learning.com/semester.htmlStudying and living in Russia
posted by Daria Grishkina in Russia forum
It IS a good idea, Jószua! But first it's reasonable to improve your Russian language level! For that you may take a short term- course in a Russian language school. Our Russian language school "Enjoy Russian" is situated in Petrozavodsk, Karelia, a small beautiful town near the state border with the EU so there won't be any difficulties in reaching the destination. We offer the number of language courses for 2010. The programs may vary according to your wishes and Russian proficiency level and implies cultural involvement as well. During the studies every student lives in a russian family.
By the way, you have a great chance to win the scholarship for studying in our school in summer that will cover the cost of the tuition fee.Moreover, there is the option to check your Russian right here and right now - pass the online test! More info at http://enjoyrussian.com
Russia
posted by Deleted user in Russia forum
Hi Vitaly,
I'm currently studying economics. I have to say that I never learned Russian. Is it possible studying in Russia despite that?I think it's a good idea!
posted by Deleted user in Russia forum
Hi, Joszua!
It's very good idea, but it's depends what do you want to study?