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Programme code | 1RUSS006T |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Taught Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Claire Shaw
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Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
School/department | Department of Russian |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 1 years (full time) |
This programme is designed to deepen understanding of a major power and the mentality of its people through study of its cultural, intellectual, political and social history and by offering the possibility of approaching source material in the original. The programme is constructed around units on aspects of Russian history in the Department of Historical Studies and the Department of Russian Studies, in which there is a broad range of expertise in these fields. Students must take at least two of the units on Russian history, but may also follow one or two of the optional units on international history and British history which are available within the MA in Contemporary History offered by the Department of Historical Studies. The MA in Russian History also offers training units in research skills and optional units on Russian language at beginners or advanced level.
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Acquisition of knowledge through seminars, tutorials and class discussion. |
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Knowledge is tested though the production of written coursework (essays), a range of seminar presentations and the submission of a final Dissertation. |
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Intellectual skills are developed through lectures, seminars, tutorials, class discussion and written assignments. |
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Knowledge is tested though the production of written coursework (assessed essays) which test power of analysis, synthesis and evaluation. Accuracy and clarity of expression are also tested. Problem solving is assessed by written work to deadline and use of material. Seminar presentations assess ability to analyse and present findings. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Seminars and Tutorials |
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Seminars and Tutorials |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Certificate |
An understanding and introduction to the foundations of Russian History. Students will become familiar with the cultural, intellectual, political and social history of the period. Students will have learnt about the political and historical issues raised by the study of Russian History, the Revolution and glasnost. Students will have studied dedicated material relevant to the programme and will gain an understanding of critical theory and research methods. Students will be offered the opportunity to study Research Methods Training to develop their written and communication skills, and their use of information technology and library skills. |
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Level M/7 - Postgraduate Diploma |
A broadening knowledge of Russian History and the theory and its linkages to wider social and cultural knowledge. Increasing critical self awareness and evidence of use of research methods and critique in writing/talking about relevant works of the period. A developing understanding of available research on Russian history and literature. A grasp of the issues involved in a changing Russia and the consequences of these changes. Increasing critical self-awareness and evidence of the use of research methods in writing and talking about the period. |
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Masters |
Good evidence of self-knowledge, insight and reflexive practice. Ability to work flexibly and adapt skills across a range of areas. Secure grasp of research in practice and an ability to critically evaluate that research. Competence and authority in working with a diverse range of literature and primary sources, relating to Russian History. Ability to present oneself and ones ideas with fluency and authority in both written and oral forms. |
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
PLEASE NOTE: This programme is not currently running/accepting applications.
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Approaches to History | HISTM2009 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Research Methods | HISTM2010 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
Dissertation (MA Russian) Not available in this year | RUSSM1001 | 60 | Mandatory | |
Remaining credit points from: | ||||
Introduction to Russian for Graduate Students | RUSSM0020 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Supervised Individual Study | AFACM0008 | 20 | Optional | TB-1,TB-2 |
At least two from: | ||||
MA Russian History | 180 |
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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