The Major in Russian Language and Literature offers an in-depth introduction to Russian language and culture. The broad variety of course offerings in literature, art, and linguistics provides the basis for a variety of options.

Students who intend to pursue a graduate career in literary or library science are advised to take courses on literature, media and culture.

Students who wish to enter such fields as political science, business, or economics, the teaching credential program, or a master's program with a teaching emphasis, should study political, linguistic and social issues of contemporary Russia.

Requirements:

The official requirement sheet can be accessed from the online General Catalog:
Select your department from the catalog link below (department index) to find the "Undergraduate Program" portion, where each undergraduate major and minor sheet is located:  http://my.sa.ucsb.edu/catalog/Current/CollegesDepartments/ls-intro/AcademicDepartments.aspx

Note: Make sure to follow the requirements from the year you declare the minor. L&S Major and Minor Sheets

UCSB participates in the University of California Education Abroad Program through which UC students spend a semester in Moscow. Qualified students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity; financial assistance is available. Additional information is available in the department office. See Study Abroad page.