Summer School in Russian Studies
Location
Russia: St. Petersburg
Description
During three weeks of July students from various countries study Russian language, history, culture, and politics. The Summer School offered by EUSP combines the richness of cultural experience of Saint-Petersburg with professional training in Russian studies. The history of the Russian Empire, the Russian Revolution, and contemporary politics are intimately connected to the city's magnificent architecture and museums. White nights and vibrant metropolitan culture make up a valuable addition to the academic program.
The Summer School is tuned to the needs of undergraduates and graduate students with an interest in Russia. Our goal is to advance their understanding of the country's history, culture, domestic and foreign policy. The program includes classes by the leading EUSP professors taught in English, plus site visits to historical suburbs and to Novgorod, the birthplace of the Russian medieval state. Special connections of EUSP with the Hermitage and the Russian Museum provide opportunities beyond the average tourist experience.
Highlights
Classes (see classes abstracts)
* Ethnic Issues and Islam in Eurasia
* The History of Russia (from Novgorod to St. Petersburg)
* The Russian Revolution
* The Culture and Arts of Russia and St. Petersburg
* Russian Politics
* Foreign Policy: Russia and the World
* Russian Popular Culture and the Media
Location: classes are held in the EUSP main building - the former palace of Princess Dolgorukova-Yurievskaya located in the center of the city near the Neva embankment (see map).
The workload of the Summer School corresponds to 6 credit hours.
Excursions
Pushkin, Peterhoff, Novgorod, The Hermitage, Russian Museum, Canal Boat
Accommodation
EUSP provides lodging in its dormitory located in downtown St. Petersburg.