Minors Snapshot - Russian Studies
Description:
This minor offers students a broad, cross disciplinary perspective on Russian culture, history, political institutions, economy and geography. This program deepens the students' understanding and knowledge of the Russian and non-Russian peoples of the former Soviet Union, and prepares them for careers in teaching, government and international business.
The Russian Studies minor requires 18 credits. With the approval of a program coordinator, six to eight hours of Russian language may be included. Students may also earn credit by studying in a program in Russia or any of the former Soviet states.
Offering Academic Unit: Office of Cross Disciplinary Studies and Planning
Academic Unit Website: http://www.jmu.edu/cds/regional_area_studies
Undergraduate Catalog Website: http://www.jmu.edu/catalog/13/programs/cdm/russianstudies.html