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Russian Language Unit

Importance of Learning Russian

Russia stands as one of the largest and superpower countries globally and ranks as the second major economic force worldwide. With a speaker base exceeding 280 million individuals, the Russian language holds prominence as one of the most prevalent languages globally. Additionally, it holds the status of one of the United Nations’ six official languages and enjoys recognition as a language of literature, science, medicine, and modern technology.

Learning Russian as a second language has become a popular choice, particularly among students aspiring to study in the Russian Federation and other countries of the former Soviet Union. Furthermore, researchers in scientific, cultural, literary, and artistic fields express keen interest in its study. Additionally, there is a growing demand for Russian language learning among businessmen and traders, both for academic and commercial reasons. Moreover, Russia’s captivating landscapes, historic landmarks, and vibrant culture draw in countless tourists.

Based on this, the Russian Language Unit was inaugurated in the center during the academic year 2016/2017. It provides top-tier Russian language courses delivered by expert instructors utilizing contemporary teaching methods and resources. This program aims to cultivate graduates capable of proficiently utilizing Russian language skills in written and spoken communication across diverse contexts, thus fulfilling the demands of the labor market in academic, commercial, and other domains.

The program was meticulously designed, and the curriculum was chosen to align with the requirements of the students, adhering to the standards set forth by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Program Objectives

  • Introducing students to the basics of the Russian language, starting from alphabets, vocabulary, and sentences.

  • Providing students with a solid understanding of Russian grammar and writing conventions.

  • Empowering students with the skill to effectively use Russian to introduce themselves and communicate in diverse situations and contexts.

  • Equipping students with the vocabulary and linguistic structures needed for everyday activities and specific specialized domains.

  • Enhancing students’ reading skills and comprehension of everyday dialogues.

 

Program Features

  • The program was developed in accordance with local accreditation standards and the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

  • The program includes well-experienced and highly qualified tutors.

  • The curriculum features modern series with audio and video materials and other teaching aids.

  • Recognized certificate from Sana’a University is awarded to students upon successful completion of the program.

  • The program employs modern educational resources using modern technology. In the teaching-learning process.

Target Groups

  • Students aspiring to pursue studies at Russian universities, institutes, or institutions across former Soviet Union countries.

  • Individuals from diverse backgrounds seeking to learn Russian for career-related purposes.

  • Individuals intending to travel to Russia or other Russian-speaking regions for purposes such as residency, medical care, or business.

  • Translators.

  • Individuals interested in delving into the Russian language, culture, traditions, and arts, both for study and teaching purposes.

Program Study Plan (Курсы русского языка)

Dr. Mohamed Saeed Hizam

Coordinator of the Russian Language Unit at the CCTLT