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For information on which modules are specific to your programme, please see : Programme requirements index 2017-2018.

Curricular information may be subject to change.

RU3110 Advanced Russian Translation 2

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module builds on the written and spoken language skills developed in RU3005 by students who have spent a period of study in a Russian-speaking environment. Spoken Russian is improved through small group tuition with a native Russian language instructor. There are regular translation exercises grammar classes and oral presentations.

Relationship to other modules

Co-requisite(s): If not already passed you must take RU3005

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take RU3002

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 language classes, 1 oral class and 1 surgery hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 33

Guided independent study hours: 117

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, Practical Test = 15%, Coursework = 25%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 15%
Coursework: 25%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%