The SCRSS Russian Seminar 2009 is a two-day intensive programme of lectures in Russian on contemporary Russian society, culture and linguistics, given by Professor Yuri Kuznetsov and Assistant Professor Olesya Abiyakaya of the Faculty of Russian Language, St Petersburg State University, Russia.

The seminar is aimed at teachers of Russian, graduates of Russian and final-year undergraduates who have a good comprehension of spoken Russian and wish to keep abreast of the latest developments in Russia.

Participants will attend four lectures per day, two in the morning and two in the afternoon. Participants will be able to choose from one of two options for each session. Lectures will last 45 minutes, followed by 15 minutes for discussion. Lectures will cover contemporary developments in Russian society, politics, culture and language. Note: lectures are in Russian only.

More information on the lecture programme will be available shortly.

The seminar fee includes morning and afternoon tea/coffee and biscuits. Participants may bring their own lunch or pay an additional £6.00 per day for a buffet lunch provided by the SCRSS.

Participants may book a place on either one or both days.

Date: Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 April 2009
Time: 10am - 4.15pm daily (registration 9 - 9.30am)
Venue: SCRSS, Brixton, London. Address and map
Seminar fee: £45 (one day), £80 (two days) - prices held at 2008 rate
Application deadline: Friday 27 March 2009
Payment deadline: Monday 6 April 2009

How to apply:

• Download the application form (pdf, 84KB)
• Complete the application form and return to the SCRSS no later than Friday 27 March 2009
• The SCRSS will confirm your booking on receipt of your application and payment

Note: places are limited. Early booking is recommended.

* The seminar is organised by the SCRSS in conjunction with the City of St Petersburg Administration, St Petersburg University and the St Petersburg Association for International Co-operation. SCRSS Seminar Advisor: Dr Roy Bivon. *