This customized semester-long program is offered by the Department of Russian and Slavic Linguistics at Daugavpils University.
Daugavpils University will award up to 30 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits – the equivalent of 15 US university credits.
No visa is required to study in Latvia for citizens of the United States, Canada, European Union member states, and many other countries.
The program contains the following parts:
- Two study modules – A. Russian as a Foreign Language and B. Russian Literature and Culture.
- Diverse elective course options in Russian Literature and Culture.
- Russian language instruction provided at Intermediate, Advanced, and Superior target proficiency levels.
- Accommodation with Russian-speaking host families.
- Native Russian-speaking student communication partners.
- Excursions, field trips, cultural and athletic activities.
- Local health insurance, two-way airport transfer, a local mobile phone and a full orientation.
- Optional guided trip to Russia or Belarus. Visas can be obtained from consulates located in Daugavpils.
- Full linguistic and cultural immersion in the most Russian city of the European Union.
- Full-time in-country support.
ECTS credits
| Russian Language, in a group | 15 |
| Russian Literature and Culture, in a group | 9 |
| Elective Courses in Russian Literature and Culture | 6 |
| Total | 30 |
Typical Program Costs
| Participation Confirmation Fee | 100 Euro (non-refundable) |
| Program Fee
Tuition Fee Housing Fee (host family) Books, copies, insurance, local transportation |
5560 Euro 2640 Euro 400 Euro |
| PROGRAM TOTAL: | 8600 Euro |
