Russian and East European Studies MPhil
University of Oxford
Key Course Facts
Course Description
MSc
The MSc in Russian and East European Studies is a nine-month programme for graduates who are interested in gaining a deeper knowledge and understanding of Russia, Eastern Europe and Eurasia through the study of the region across a range of disciplines including history, economics, politics, international relations and sociology.
Course outline
During the nine-month MSc programme students will study the following three core courses, along with Research Methods for Area Studies.
- History of Russia, the USSR and Eastern Europe in the Twentieth Century
- Contemporary Russian and East European Studies Part 1: Politics and international relations. Covering topics in the politics, security and international relations of Russia and Eastern Europe (CREES I).
- Contemporary Russian and East European Studies Part 2: Sociology and economics. Covering topics in economics and sociology of Russia and Eastern Europe (CREES II).
Through the Research Methods course students will receive training in relevant qualitative and quantitative methodologies to enable them to carry out research and writing for the thesis.
Courses are taught through a combination of lectures and classes. Students will be required to submit essays or equivalent written work and to make class presentations. It is a full-time programme with ample time for self study.
Russian language tuition
Russian language tuition does not form part of the MSc programme. Students wishing to study Russian language should apply to the REES MPhil programme which incorporates a compulsory Russian language pathway.
Research seminars
The programme hosts the famous ‘Monday Seminar’ for the wider Oxford and UK academic community, which takes place at St Antony’s College. Student participation in research seminars is an important part of the programme, providing opportunities to see leading international scholars present their work and for networking and scholarly development.
MPhil
The MPhil in Russian and East European Studies is a two-year programme for graduates who are interested in gaining a deeper knowledge and understanding of Russia, Eastern Europe and Eurasia through the study of the region across a range of disciplines including history, economics, politics, international relations and sociology.
Course outline
In the first year of the programme students will study the following three core courses, along with Research Methods for Area Studies and Russian Language.
- History of Russia, the USSR and Eastern Europe in the Twentieth Century
- Contemporary Russian and East European Studies Part 1: Politics and international relations. Covering topics in the politics, security and international relations of Russia and Eastern Europe.
- Contemporary Russian and East European Studies Part 2: Sociology and economics. Covering topics in the economics and sociology of Russia and Eastern Europe.
Courses are taught through a combination of lectures and classes. Students will be required to submit essays and make class presentations. Through the research methods course, students will receive training in relevant qualitative and quantitative methodologies to enable them to carry out research and writing for the 30,000-word thesis, while the Russian language course will deepen students’ connection with the region. It is a full time programme with ample time for self study.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 6.0)
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| 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.
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About University of Oxford
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Student composition of University of Oxford
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Oxford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12425
- postgraduates:
- 9785
- Total:
- 22210
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “European Studies”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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