Many of the basic concepts underlying Western society were expressed for the first time in ancient Greek or Latin. Together with Russian, an East Slavic language, they are also the languages of many highly influential literary and cultural works.
Studying Russian and Classics helps us understand the contemporary world, while shedding light on the past. Beyond Europe, our flexible joint honours programme is your gateway to communities of Russian speakers in China, Central Asia and the United States.
**Russian**
On our programme, you have the opportunity to...
Many of the basic concepts underlying Western society were expressed for the first time in ancient Greek or Latin. Together with Russian, an East Slavic language, they are also the languages of many highly influential literary and cultural works.<br/><br/>Studying Russian and Classics helps us understand the contemporary world, while shedding light on the past. Beyond Europe, our flexible joint honours programme is your gateway to communities of Russian speakers in China, Central Asia and the United States. <br/><br/>**Russian**<br/><br/>On our programme, you have the opportunity to develop advanced speaking, writing, reading, listening and translating skills in Russian. <br/><br/>Our Year 1 courses are streamed according to how much of the language you already know, so it does not matter if you are a complete beginner. <br/><br/>Over the course of your four years, you will explore Russian literature and culture, past and present. You will also develop an awareness of Russias international political and historical contexts. <br/><br/>**Classics**<br/><br/>You will explore the highly influential scholarship and literature of the classical world that gave rise to Western society, opting to take a Latin, Greek or non-language pathway through Classics study.<br/><br/>**Why Edinburgh**<br/><br/>As a world-leading festival city and home of two World Heritage Sites, Edinburgh is a fantastic place to study ancient and modern languages in their cultural context.<br/><br/>Studying over four years enables you to choose courses, including from other disciplines, that match your own interests, expertise and employability needs.<br/><br/>When you graduate, you will have the combination of broad cultural education and specialist knowledge valued by employers worldwide.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Central area campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
RQ78
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,B,B,B ABBB by end of S5 or AABB/ABBBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. National 5s: a language other than English at B and English at C. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme36 34 36 points with 665 at HL - 34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: a language other than English at 5 and English at 5. A levelA,A,B AAB. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: a language other than English at B or 6 and English at C or 4. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £28,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |