Our BA Comparative Literatures and Cultures and Russian degree offers an unmatched opportunity to study international cultural production in depth and breadth, while also studying Russian, a language of strategic importance spoken by people across several countries and large diasporic communities.
Russian is available from beginners level and post-A level (or equivalent).
You will study the literatures and cultures of the world in comparative frameworks that draw on methodologies from textual, cultural and visual studies, as well as from translation, philosophy, hi...
Our BA Comparative Literatures and Cultures and Russian degree offers an unmatched opportunity to study international cultural production in depth and breadth, while also studying Russian, a language of strategic importance spoken by people across several countries and large diasporic communities.<br/><br/>Russian is available from beginners level and post-A level (or equivalent).<br/><br/>You will study the literatures and cultures of the world in comparative frameworks that draw on methodologies from textual, cultural and visual studies, as well as from translation, philosophy, history, social science and critical theory. On the Comparative Literatures and Cultures side of your degree, all texts will be read in English translation.<br/><br/>This course encourages attributes highly valued by employers, including intercultural understanding, analytical and critical thinking, clarity and self-confidence in communication, an aptitude for collaborative work and creativity. It will instil the habits of curiosity, openness, rigour, self-reflection and evidence-based thinking, preparing you for careers in a variety of sectors.<br/><br/>All modern languages students have access to our state-of-the-art Multimedia Centre, with a collection of movies, a cinema suite, an audio recording and video editing studio, a computer and language lab and study areas. You can access extracurricular activities such as talks by visiting speakers, societies, language cafes, student newspapers and talent shows.
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
QR43
Institution Code
B78
Points of Entry
Year 1
Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B Standard Higher: AABBB. Access to HE DiplomaD:15,M:30 Access to HE Diploma in Humanities, Social Sciences, Law or History (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include at least 21 credits at Distinction and 24 at Merit or above. Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course. Arts subjects include: Art and Design (all pathways); English Literature; English Language-Literature; Archaeology; Ancient History; Anthropology; Classical Civilisation; Classics; Drama; French; German; Greek; Italian; Latin; Portuguese; Russian; Spanish; Music; Film; History; History of Art; Media Studies; Performance; Philosophy; Religious Studies; Theatre Studies. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme29 32 Standard offer: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level. Contextual offer: 29 points overall with 14 at Higher Level. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DDM in any Applied General BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma. Scottish Advanced HigherA,B Advanced Higher: AB. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalRequirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B, and M3 is C. A levelA,B,B B,B,C Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £27,400 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |