Russian and Ukrainian BA (Hons)
University College London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 100 graduates of Russian and Ukrainian BA (Hons) and other courses in Slavic Studies at University College London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Slavic Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Slavic Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Slavic Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £31000 | £29500 | £37000 |
25-75 percentile range | £29000 - £34000 | £23000 - £41000 | £30500 - £49500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Slavic Studies
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £25614 | £30694 |
25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £30000 | £20102 - £33511 | £22020 - £43694 |
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Course Description
The four-year BA Russian and Ukrainian is a joint honours programme split equally between your two languages. You will take modules not only in language (speaking, listening, reading, writing and translation) but also in cultural topics including literature, history, film, linguistics, politics and other relevant field designed to complement your language learning. With a wide variety of modules on offer, you will be able to tailor your modern languages degree to your areas of interest.
You will spend a Year Abroad in the third year, split between two countries where your languages are spoken.
Knowledge of Russian gives you direct access to a fascinating cultural and historical tradition, helps you understand the evolution of Russian philosophical and ideological trends, and brings you closer to one of the world’s most dynamic geopolitical regions. We are one of the largest Russian departments in the UK and studying this language at SSEES (UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies) cultivates a high proficiency in Russian language and develops your skills in analysis, presentation, problem-solving and intercultural understanding.
Ukraine is one of Europe's oldest and most complex countries. Its territory and history have constantly been occupied and rewritten. Learning Ukrainian at SSEES (UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies) will not only offer the opportunity to gain excellent language skills but also students gain profound knowledge of Ukrainian literature, history and culture that will prepare you for a wide variety of careers.
UCL Is ranked 3rd in the UK for Modern Languages in the 2018 QS World Rankings and offers outstanding opportunities to language students and graduates.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Russian and Ukrainian BA (Hons) at University College London
20% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
15% | Finance Professionals |
10% | Secretarial and related occupations |
10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Sales occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Slavic Studies
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- UPSCE
Costs
Tuition Fees Russian and Ukrainian BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £26200 | year 1 |
International | £26200 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Overseas fees are fixed at the rate of entry, the fees indicated above will be charged to 2023/24 entrants for each year of study on the programme.
Average student cost of living in London
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About University College London
University College London, otherwise known as UCL, is a government funded research university based in metropolitan London, England. It’s a university that puts emphasis on investigative research and the teaching of critical thinking skills for its alumni. The university has its main campus in the Bloomsbury area of the populous London Borough of Camden, in Central London, where students can enjoy its large parks and open spaces in their free time.
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Student composition of University College London
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Total number of students enrolled at University College London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 22890
- postgraduates:
- 19245
- Total:
- 42135
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Russian and East European Studies”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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