Module manager: Joe Colleyshaw
Email: j.colleyshaw@leeds.ac.u
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2026/27
| SLAV1140 | Russian Language for Heritage Speakers |
| SLAV1150 | Intermediate Russian |
SLAV1010
This module is approved as a discovery module
This module enables students with little or no prior knowledge of Russian to develop their language skills up to A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). It focusses on achieving basic skills in all four areas (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and developing confidence and a degree of accuracy in basic communication in a limited range of situations. This module is designed for students studying Russian as part of their degree.
This module is designed for students who study Russian as part of their degree. It aims to:
- introduce students to the language and develop their ability to communicate at beginners' level,
- develop a basic understanding of everyday vocabulary and expressions and a basic grasp of the relevant grammar for that level, as well as an understanding of the rules of pronunciation,
- train students to apply these skills in basic written and spoken communication,
- develop students’ interest in the cultures where the language is spoken
On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
1. Understand familiar words, phrases, and short texts in spoken form on everyday topics
2. Recognize, read, and write basic elements of the target language script for common words and phrases
3. Use basic vocabulary and grammatical structures to produce simple written messages
4. Participate in short, predictable conversations and exchanges on familiar topics, with support where necessary
5. Recognise key social norms and communication practices relevant to the target language
6. Apply basic learning strategies and use digital resources to support independent study.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| Practical | 30 | 1 | 30 |
| Private study hours | 150 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 50 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
Regular progress will be monitored through students’ engagement with formative activities set on Minerva or through a textbook ahead of each class. Students will receive formative feedback throughout the module to consolidate their learning, prepare for assessments, and encourage autonomous language development.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | Portfolio | 60 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 60 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| PRACTICAL | 0.0 Hrs 10 Mins | 40 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 40 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
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Last updated: 30/04/2026
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