Study Certificate in Languages in Russian at University of Canterbury in New Zealand, Faculty of Arts

Certificate in Languages in Russian

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

If you are interested in languages and are studying an alternative degree programme at UC, you can do a course or two in your language of choice per year. The Certificate in Languages (CertLang) is also available to study part-time. Study Involve: Four courses at 100 and/or 200-level that can be completed in a minimum of 6 months full-time to 5 years part-time. Courses in the Certificate of Languages are introductory and no prior knowledge is required. Combine this Certificate with your other studies to gain knowledge in a language which can open up your future job prospects. Credits from this Certificate can be transferred to a Diploma in Languages or the Bachelor of Arts. Russian is spoken by over 150 million people, and is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. The opening of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union since the Cold War has seen growth opportunities in independent trade, the entertainment industry, and international business. Study Involve: Learn Russian and take courses in Russian history from the middle ages to the present day, including literature, film, and culture. Study the only major in Russian in Aotearoa, or combine a minor in Russian with a wide variety of bachelor’s degrees.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (6 Months)

Tuition fees
NZ$17,800.00 (US$ 10,618) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Full Time (6 Months)

Tuition fees
NZ$17,800.00 (US$ 10,618) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To enrol in the certificate, you will need:

University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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